JOB OVERVIEW
  

  

    
• Profession: Physician

    
• Specialty: Pediatric Pulmonology

    
• Job Type: Full-Time

    
• Location: Spokane, WA 99204

    
• Service Setting: Outpatient

    
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call

    
• Reason for Coverage: Vacancy - Long-Term Permanent Search

    
• Coverage Period: ASAP – Ongoing

    
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (outpatient clinic); beeper call as scheduled

    
• On-Call Expectations: Beeper call, 20-minute response time; call ratio TBD

    
• Call Type: Beeper

    
• Call Response Time: 20 minutes

    
• Start Date: ASAP

  

  PATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE
  

  

    
• Patient Demographics: Pediatric patients (newborns, children, adolescents)

    
• Average Daily Volume: TBD

    
• Consults & Follow-Ups: Yes, outpatient and inpatient consults and follow-ups

    
• Case Mix / Clinical Focus Areas: Asthma, chronic lung disease of prematurity, cystic fibrosis, sleep-disordered breathing, non-invasive ventilation management, interstitial lung disease

  

  FACILITY & TEAM DETAILS
  

  

    
• EMR System: Epic

    
• Support Staff: RNs: 2, MAs: 4, PA/NPs: 1, Office Staff: TBD

    
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

  

  COMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITS
  

  

    
• Base Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience

    
• Incentive Bonus: Available — details TBD

    
• Relocation Assistance: Available — details TBD

    
• CME Allowance: Available — details TBD

    
• PTO & Holidays: Per employer policy

    
• Medical, Dental, Vision: Comprehensive benefits package available

    
• 401(k) or 403(b) with match: Available — details TBD

    
• Life & Disability Coverage: Available — details TBD

    
• Malpractice Insurance (with Tail): Covered

  

  REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
  

  

    
• Board Status: Board Certified in Pediatric Pulmonology

    
• State License: WA License (active or in process)

    
• Experience: Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Pulmonology; experience in outpatient pediatric pulmonology preferred

    
• Credentialing Timeline: Not specified; estimated 60–90 days

    
• Visa Sponsorship: Not specified

    
• Other Qualifications: Proficiency with Epic EMR preferred; team-oriented, collaborative approach

  

  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  

  

    
• Provide outpatient pediatric pulmonology consultations and ongoing follow-up care

    
• Perform and interpret pulmonary function testing and related diagnostic studies

    
• Manage non-invasive and invasive ventilation for pediatric patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions

    
• Provide on-call coverage via beeper with 20-minute response time, including phone consults

    
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including RNs, MAs, and PA/NPs; participate in quality improvement and patient education

  

  REQUIRED PROCEDURES
  

  

    
• Required:
        
  
          
  • Non-Invasive Ventilation Management (neo-puff)
  
          
  • Ventilation Management (Newborn) (Acute, Chronic)
  
          
  • Ventilation Management (Pediatric) (Acute, Chronic)
  
          
  • Intubation (ETT/NT) (Newborn, Pediatrics)
  
          
  • Conscious sedation
  
          
  • Deep sedation
  
          
  • Central line
  
          
  • Arterial lines
  
          
  • UVC
  
          
  • UAC
  
          
  • Lumbar puncture
  
          
  • Paracentesis
  
          
  • Thoracentesis
  
          
  • Chest tube insertion
  
          
  • Needle pneumothorax (Decompression)
  
          
  • X-ray interpretation
  
          
  • EKG interpretation
  
          
  • PA Catheter
  
          
  • Exchange transfusion
  
          
  • Suturing minor lacerations
  
          
  • Circumcision (type)
  
          
  • Swallow studied
  
        
  
      

  

  

  COMMUNITY & LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
  

  

    
• About the Area: Spokane, WA offers a vibrant blend of urban amenities and outdoor recreation, with a thriving arts scene, riverfront parks, and easy access to hiking, skiing, and lakes.

    
• Nearby Cities: Coeur d'Alene, ID; Seattle, WA

    
• Nearest Airport: Spokane International Airport (GEG)

  

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