Pulmonologist – Job Description (Reno, NV)

We’re looking for a board-certified or board-eligible Pulmonologist to join a growing, patient-first practice in Reno, Nevada. This role focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of respiratory and sleep-related conditions while delivering a high-touch, relationship-driven patient experience.

Pulmonologists specialize in diseases of the lungs and respiratory system—including conditions like COPD, asthma, lung disease, and sleep-disordered breathing—and play a key role in improving long-term patient outcomes.

What You’ll Do

At its core, this is about owning the patient journey—from first consult through long-term care.

Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic respiratory conditions
Interpret diagnostic testing (PFTs, sleep studies, imaging, etc.)
Develop personalized treatment plans, including medication, PAP therapy, and lifestyle interventions
Perform and/or oversee procedures such as bronchoscopy and other pulmonary diagnostics
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (RTs, sleep techs, primary care, cardiology, etc.)
Provide education to patients on disease management and prevention
Manage patients with sleep-disordered breathing, including obstructive sleep apnea
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical program development

Clinical Focus Areas

This role includes management of:

Obstructive and central sleep apnea
COPD and chronic bronchitis
Asthma management
Interstitial lung disease
Pulmonary hypertension
Lung cancer screening and coordination
Post-COVID or chronic respiratory syndromes
Critical care

Qualifications

MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Board Certified / Board Eligible in Pulmonary Medicine
Fellowship training in Pulmonary Medicine (Critical Care optional)
Active or eligible Nevada medical license
Strong clinical judgment and patient communication skills
Interest in building long-term patient relationships and outcomes

What Makes This Role Different

Focus on experience-driven care, not volume-driven care
Integrated sleep + pulmonary model (rare and powerful combo)
Opportunity to shape a modern, patient-first care model
Ability to move fast—shorter timelines from diagnosis to treatment
Collaboration with a high-performing, growth-oriented team

Compensation & Structure (Optional Section)

Competitive base salary + productivity bonus
Potential for equity or partnership (if applicable)
Full benefits package (healthcare, retirement, PTO, CME)
Flexible mix of clinic and telehealth

Why Reno

No state income tax
Access to Lake Tahoe, skiing, hiking, and outdoor lifestyle
Growing healthcare market with strong referral base
High quality of life without big-city burnout

Pay: $300,000.00 - $400,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person

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