Physician Pulmonology - Competitive Salary [15h Left]
Company: Ardent Health Services
Location: Tyler
Posted on: July 8, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Position Overview: Pulmonology or Infectious
Disease physician with Expertise in Non-Tuberculous Mycobacteria
The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine is seeking a
dedicated and highly skilled physician with expertise in
non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) to join our growing faculty. UT
Tyler is a nationally recognized Bronchiectasis and NTM Center and
an integral member of the Bronchiectasis and NTM Care Center
Network, as designated by the Bronchiectasis and NTM Association
and the COPD Foundation. This position is ideally suited for a
board-certified or board-eligible physician in Pulmonary Critical
Care or Infectious Diseases with a strong clinical and/or research
background in NTM diseases. The selected candidate will serve as
the Clinical Director of the UT Tyler NTM Center for Innovation and
provide outpatient consultation for patients with NTM and
bronchiectasis. This role offers the opportunity to lead and shape
a multidisciplinary program focused on advancing diagnosis,
treatment, and scientific understanding of NTM infections while
delivering outstanding patient care. About the Position: Clinical
Care: • Provide expert consultation and management of patients with
NTM diseases, including pulmonary and extrapulmonary infections •
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including pulmonologists,
infectious disease specialists, radiologists, and clinical
microbiologists, to ensure comprehensive care • Lead and support
the development of specialized NTM clinical programs and patient
care protocols Research and Education: • Conduct and support
clinical and/or translational research focused on NTM diseases,
including epidemiology, pathogenesis, antimicrobial susceptibility,
and treatment outcomes • Mentor and teach medical students,
residents, fellows, and other healthcare professionals • Present
findings at national and international conferences and published in
peer-reviewed journals Program Development: • Collaborate with
laboratory teams to optimize diagnostic and susceptibility testing
for NTM isolates • Partner with hospital administration and other
stakeholders to develop and expand NTM-related services • Engage
with patient advocacy groups and contribute to public health
initiatives addressing mycobacterial diseases Minimum
Qualifications: • Medical Degree (MD, DO, or equivalent) • Board
certification or eligibility in Pulmonary Critical Care or
Infectious Diseases • Demonstrated clinical experience and
expertise in managing NTM diseases • Strong interest and/or proven
track record in NTM research, including publications or funded
projects • Excellent communication, leadership, and collaborative
skills Preferred Experience: • Prior involvement in establishing or
leading NTM-focused clinical or research programs • Experience with
advanced diagnostic methods and susceptibility testing for
mycobacteria • Familiarity with clinical trial design and
implementation • Engagement with national or international NTM or
mycobacterial organizations Recruitment Package May Include the
Following: • Base salary • wRVU production incentive • CME
allowance • Sign-on bonus • Medical debt assistance • Consultative
services by Navigate Student Loans • Relocation allowance •
Residency stipend • Paid malpractice coverage • Health benefits •
Retirement plan • Marketing and practice growth assistance Your
Hospital/Practice/Health System: The UT Health East Texas system is
comprised of nine hospitals, more than 90 physician clinics, over
500 employed providers, 13 regional rehabilitation facilities, two
freestanding emergency centers, six urgent care clinics, regional
home health services covering 41 counties, an EMS fleet of more
than 60 ambulances and four helicopters, and a comprehensive
seven-trauma center care network, including a Level 1 trauma
center. Our primary service area has a population of over 600,000.
The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine is the first
medical school in East Texas and the seventh in The University of
Texas System. Its mission is to train future healthcare
professionals to embrace responsibility for the unique needs of
rural and hard-to-reach communities and populations, particularly
those in East Texas. The school offers a robust Graduate Medical
Education program, with 20 residency and fellowship training
programs, enabling graduates to gain specialized skills in areas
such as family medicine, internal medicine, neurology, psychiatry,
surgery, and anesthesia. Additionally, UT Tyler’s Master of
Biotechnology program provides students with an interdisciplinary
curriculum that emphasizes medical research and biotechnology
innovation, preparing them for careers in medical research,
diagnostics and therapeutic development. Construction is currently
underway on a five-story, 248,000-square-foot Medical Education
Building (MEB) in Tyler’s Midtown District. Connected by a
skybridge to UT Health Tyler, the MEB will support
interdisciplinary education for medical students and resident
training. It will also aid as part of a medical education program
expansion throughout the UT Health East Texas Health System. The
building is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2025.
Emphasizing a community-centered approach, the UT Tyler School of
Medicine combines advanced research, hands-on learning, and
partnerships with regional healthcare providers to cultivate a new
generation of physicians prepared to improve healthcare outcomes
and enhance the quality of life in East Texas. Visit
uttyler.edu/medicine to learn more. Your community: Tyler, ranked 1
of USA Today's "Five Best Cities in Texas" in 2024- is known as the
"Rose Capital of America." Centrally located in Northeast TX. Tyler
is among the fastest growing regions in Texas and is the largest
retail, healthcare, and business center in Upper East Texas.
Residents enjoy affordable housing, high-performing public and
private schools, and no state income tax! Home to The University of
Texas at Tyler, the community has many family-fun attractions from
botanical gardens to a zoo. The region is also recognized for
outdoor recreational offerings, including hiking and biking trails,
parks, and recreational lakes, including Lake Palestine and Lake
Tyler. "This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship,
including H-1B or J-1 waivers."
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