Not yet verified against the original posting
Full-time pulmonologist with sleep medicine expertise sought for a 100% outpatient position in Linden, NJ, working Monday through Thursday with a light shared call schedule. The role offers a minimum base salary of $260,602 and is affiliated with JFK Medical Center.
SalaryDr summary based on the original posting
One shared annual scale shows source-listed base pay and physician-reported total compensation as separate rows. Reported figures are total compensation; posted ranges are often base salary, so this comparison can read low.
The source lists this pay, but SalaryDr has not yet verified it against an official employer posting.
The posting lists pay but does not detail incentives, retirement, insurance, malpractice, CME, or paid time off. Confirm the full package with the employer.
Claim this free profile to see who's viewing your roles and manage your listings.
SalaryDr will show local peer compensation and hiring supply here once this role has enough verified physician data.
Generated from this posting's disclosed facts and the SalaryDr comparison — bring them to the first recruiter call.
Position Summary
Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a dedicated and skilled, board-certified/board-eligible general Pulmonologist with experience in Sleep Medicine to join our thriving outpatient practice in Linden, NJ. This is a unique opportunity to join a well-respected team while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality patient care in a 100% outpatient setting. This full-time position features a four-day work week (Monday - Thursday) with no inpatient responsibilities, allowing you to focus on building lasting relationships with your patients. The ideal candidate will be available to start in 2026.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive clinical care for patients with a wide range of pulmonary diseases, including COPD, asthma, and interstitial lung disease.
Diagnose, treat, and manage sleep-related disorders such as sleep apnea, insomnia, and narcolepsy.
Conduct patient consultations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, including pulmonary function tests (PFTs) and sleep studies.
Develop and implement effective, evidence-based treatment plans.
Maintain accurate and timely patient records using our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Collaborate with primary care physicians and other specialists to ensure coordinated patient care.
Participate in a light, shared outpatient call schedule.
Position Highlights
Excellent Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent four-day work week (Monday-Thursday)
Focused Outpatient Care: This position is 100% outpatient with no inpatient rounding or hospital duties required.
Manageable Schedule: Work four 10-hour shifts per week with a predictable and collegial call schedule shared among providers.
Strong Hospital Affiliation: The practice is affiliated with the highly-regarded JFK Medical Center.
Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative group of providers (3) dedicated to clinical excellence.
A full complement of support staff, including certified medical assistants, medical receptionists, and a practice manager.
Newly renovated office with EKG, x-ray, lab draws, and a pulmonary function machine.
Qualifications
Medical Degree (MD or DO).
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pulmonology.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Sleep Medicine is required.
Must hold or be eligible for an active, unrestricted medical license in the state of New Jersey.
Current DEA registration.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Compensation & Benefits
HOW TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, please contact:
Allison Vogel
Sr. Physician Recruiter
Email: allison.vogel@hmhn.org
Phone: 908-418-8014
HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The minimum base salary for this position is $260,602 The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good-faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
The starting base salary is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted base salary based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:
Specialization: Area of specialization and sub-specialization.
Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
Experience: Years of relevant experience in the areas of specialization and sub-specialization.
Leadership: Relevant experience as a department chair or chief, practice group leader, or other leadership roles.
Education and Certifications: Degrees attained, residencies, fellowships, board certifications, research, and publications.
Productivity: Levels of productivity, quality, and patient satisfaction.
Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the specialty and/or sub-specialty.
Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.
In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. The final compensation and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.