Pulmonary Critical Care

Pulmonology Opportunity Ascension Via Christi is looking for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pulmonologist. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Via Christi to provide medical services to patients.

Position Highlights: Come and practice in a busy clinic located near the hospital campus. Pulmonologist will split time between clinic, sleep lab and intensivist consults. Great opportunity for a trained Pulmonologist to easily build a thriving practice in an underserved specialty. Competitive salary guarantee with lucrative wRVU incentives.

Responsibilities: Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinates discharge planning with case management. Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients. Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital. Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested. Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner. Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.

Why Join Ascension Medical Group Via Christi:

• Largest multi-specialty group practice in Kansas including locations in Manhattan, Pittsburg, Wamego and Wichita
• More than 300 providers in 40 specialties providing mission-minded care for all
• Academic affiliation with the University of Kansas School of Medicine and sponsorship of 6 residency and 2 fellowship programs

About Manhattan:

• Great suburban community for families and singles alike
• Excellent amenities include airport, award-winning schools, affordable housing, and a diverse economic base
• Set amongst the beautiful Flint Hills with plenty of outdoor recreational facilities, sporting complexes, parks and nationally ranked Colbert Hills Golf Course
• Home to the Kansas State University

About Ascension Medical Group: When you join Ascension Medical Group (AMG), you are entering a community where physician and advanced practice provider engagement and experience is recognized as a key driver of delivering excellent patient care. With 1,900 sites of care and 7,000 providers strong, AMG is one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the United States. Physicians and advanced practice providers benefit from a collaborative approach to care, significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

What You Will Need:

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

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Why Join Our Team? Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.