Physician - Pulmonology Job Summary: Tryon Medical Partners is looking for an expert Pulmonologist to be responsible for the respiratory health of our patients. This will include treating breathing disorders, severe allergies, and other chronic lung conditions and diseases. You should be able to effectively diagnose patients and suggest a successful course of treatment as well as manage patients with chronic pulmonary conditions. To be successful as a pulmonologist you must show empathy and compassion towards your patients and easily collaborate with your primary care clinician colleagues regarding mutual patients. Responsibilities: Consulting with patients to understand their symptoms and health concerns. Diagnosing and treating conditions, such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema. Using and interpreting pulmonological exams and tests to aid in the diagnosis of cardiopulmonary diseases and conditions, including CT scans, chest fluoroscopies, ultrasounds, and bronchoscopies. Maintaining detailed notes of appointments with patients, including comments, tests and/or treatments prescribed, and test results. Referring patients to cardiothoracic surgeons, when necessary. Advising cardiothoracic surgeons of the risk status of patients and recommending interventions to minimize risk, especially in tuberculosis cases. Providing support and advice to patients receiving long-term care.Conducting clinical research into the testing and development of new medications and methods of treatment (optional). Collaborating with primary care clinicians on mutual patients with a focus on both evidence-based and value-based care. Requirements: Education and Certifications: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Physical Science, or a related Field.MD or DO degree.Successful completion of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE).Certification by The American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine in Pulmonology.Valid North Carolina medical license. Experience: 3 to 7 years' internship and clinical residency training, specializing in Pulmonology.Exceptional attention to detail.Outstanding research and analytical skills.Excellent communicator who can empathize with patients. Physical Requirements: Work consistently requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling.Must be able to lift and support weight of 35 pounds Ability to concentrate on details.Use of computer for long periods of time.