Job Description

Pulmonologist
Location: Platinum Hospital Pvt. Ltd.
Department: Pulmonology / Critical Care
Position: Pulmonologist


Role Overview
The Pulmonologist provides specialized care for respiratory and critical care conditions, performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and collaborates with hospital teams to ensure evidence-based, high-quality patient care.


Key Responsibilities
Diagnose and manage respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, interstitial lung disease, and pulmonary infections.
Perform procedures such as bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, pleural biopsy, and lung function testing.
Manage critically ill patients in ICU requiring mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, or other respiratory support.
Interpret laboratory investigations, imaging studies (X-ray, CT, MRI), and pulmonary function tests.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including ICU staff, nurses, and other specialists for comprehensive care.
Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and manage acute respiratory emergencies.
Maintain accurate patient records, procedural notes, and documentation in HIS/EMR systems.
Ensure adherence to hospital infection control, safety, and procedural protocols.
Mentor junior doctors, residents, and interns in pulmonology practices.
Stay updated with latest developments, guidelines, and interventions in pulmonary medicine and critical care.

Key Skills & Competencies
Expertise in respiratory medicine, critical care, and diagnostic procedures.
Proficiency in bronchoscopy, mechanical ventilation, and ICU respiratory management.
Strong decision-making, critical care, and emergency response skills.
Knowledge of hospital workflows, ICU protocols, and documentation standards.
Effective communication and teamwork with multidisciplinary hospital teams.

Qualification & Experience
Education: MBBS with MD/DNB in Pulmonology; DM in Critical Care or Pulmonology preferred.
Experience: 3–7 years in hospital pulmonology, ICU, and interventional procedures.
Certifications: BLS mandatory; ACLS desirable; advanced critical care certification preferred.
 

 
 

Skills Required