About this opportunity
Elevate Healthcare Consultants lists this Pulmonology Physician opportunity in shelbyville, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Join a rapidly growing Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine program just outside of Indianapolis, where you will step into immediate patient demand, strong procedural volume, and a highly collaborative team.
This is a true growth opportunity, not a replacement role, where you can build a long-term practice with support, autonomy, and balance. The incoming physician will have the opportunity to shape the future of the pulmonary and sleep service line, with leadership potential as the program continues to expand.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
4-day work week with no weekend or after-hours call
$500K+ compensation depending on scope
2-month patient backlog providing immediate volume
Access to robotic bronchoscopy (Ion platform)
Established and growing sleep medicine program
Supportive onboarding with quick ramp-up
Excellent work-life balance in a high-demand specialty
Practice Highlights
80% outpatient and 15-20% inpatient consults
Dedicated weekly procedure day
No traditional call burden
Hospitalists manage ICU and admissions; pulmonology consulted as needed
Strong referral base with increasing pulmonary and sleep demand
Team Structure
2 Pulmonary/Critical Care physicians
2 Nurse Practitioners (including one with extensive pulmonary experience)
3 Respiratory Therapists and RN support
Dedicated clinical teams for each physician
The culture is highly collaborative, non-territorial, and patient-focused, with strong communication across providers and staff.
Clinical Overview
Outpatient Pulmonary Care
Majority outpatient practice ( 80%)
Approximately 20-25 patients per day across clinic and consults
Mix of new patients (40 minutes) and follow-ups (20 minutes)
High volume of complex pulmonary cases and abnormal imaging
Inpatient Responsibilities
Pulmonary and ICU consults only
Average 1-4 consults per day (up to 8 during peak season)
Consult-based model with no primary ICU management required
Flexible workflow to manage consults throughout the day
Procedures
Dedicated weekly procedure day
2-4 procedures per procedure day
Includes robotic bronchoscopy (Ion platform), chest tubes, and catheter placements
Opportunity to expand procedural skills with training available
Sleep Medicine
4-bed sleep lab with strong and growing demand
Approximately 12 in-lab sleep studies per week plus home sleep studies
Approximately 800 new CPAP setups annually
Embedded CPAP clinic with respiratory therapist support
Opportunity to grow into a Sleep Medical Director role over time
Compensation and Benefits
$460,000-$500,000+ base salary for Pulmonary/Critical Care (DOE)
Full comprehensive benefits package including:Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan
Paid malpractice with tail coverage
CME allowance and paid time off
Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus
Qualifications
Required
MD or DO degree
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine and Sleep Medicine
Eligible for Indiana medical licensure
Preferred
Sleep Medicine certification or strong interest
Interest in procedures (robotics a plus)
Desire to be part of a growing program long-term
Team-oriented mindset with strong work ethic
About the Organization
As an independent hospital system , this organization is a vital part of the community it serves and is comprised of twelve community-based hospitals.
They are committed to preserving local, patient-centered care while offering the strength and resources of a larger network.
This structure provides:
Economies of scale without the mandates of a large system
Stability of a collaborative network while maintaining local autonomy
Care that remains personal, accessible, and community-focused
Strong, long-standing ties to the communities they serve
Recognition and Awards
Named a Top 100 Hospital by The Chartis Group (2023)
Recognized as an "INspire: Hospital of Distinction" for three consecutive years
American Heart Association Gold Award for Cholesterol Management
Accredited in Quality and Safety by ACHC (2023)
Nationally recognized for health informatics and patient satisfaction
Location Highlights - Greater Indianapolis Area
Located just 20 miles from Indianapolis
Easy access to Carmel, Greenwood, Bloomington, and Columbus
Top-rated schools and family-friendly communities
Affordable cost of living with metro amenities nearby
Access to a major airport, professional sports, and universities
Worksite address
shelbyville, IN, 46176, US
Who can apply
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