Physician - Pulmonology - Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Arkansas

Mercy Pulmonology is currently seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pulmonologist to join our established practice in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Our Mercy Pulmonology team is powered by 2 physicians, 2 advanced practitioners, and an engaged, experienced support staff focused on delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

Mercy Fort Smith offers advanced technology and procedural support, including access to the ION™ robotic bronchoscopy platform, enhancing diagnostic precision and expanding minimally invasive options for patients.

Mercy Pulmonology Fort Smith – Practice Highlights

• Work with a strong, experienced pulmonary team in a collegial environment

• ION™ robotic bronchoscopy platform available at Mercy Fort Smith

• Strong partnership with a high‑quality hospitalist service

• Epic is our system‑wide electronic medical record

• Teaching affiliation with Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine, with the opportunity to precept medical students in clinic (stipend available)

• Opportunity to collaborate with Mercy Fort Smith Internal Medicine and Family Medicine residencies

• Diverse and complex case mix supported by a 13‑county 450,000+ rural catchment area

This Position Offers

• Integrated health system with a competitive income guarantee, transitioning to a productivity‑based compensation model

• Flexible, significant recruitment incentives, including sign‑on/commencement bonus and resident/fellow stipends

• Comprehensive day‑one benefits, including health, dental, vision, and CME

• Retirement plans with employer contribution and matching options

• Relocation assistance and professional liability coverage provided

• As a not‑for‑profit system, Mercy qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

• H‑1B and J‑1 visa sponsorship eligible location

Practice & Live in Fort Smith, Arkansas 

Fort Smith offers an exceptional quality of life with affordability, outdoor access, and strong community connection. With a population of approximately 90,000, the city blends smalltown charm with big city conveniences, including a vibrant downtown featuring locally owned restaurants, boutiques, and cultural attractions. 

Nestled near the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, Fort Smith provides abundant opportunities for fishing, kayaking, boating, hiking, biking, running, as well as golf courses, tennis facilities, fitness centers, and scenic trails—making it an ideal place to build both a career and a life. 

Your life is our life’s work 

At Mercy you can lead the way. When you join our team, you will have the opportunity to provide a transformative health care experience while putting new technologies to the test. You will be part of an innovative organization that remembers why we got into health care nearly 200 years ago. If caring for patients and making a difference in the community is the reason you became a physician, join us at Mercy.

It is a continuing goal to advance diversity and inclusion within our Mercy ministry. We cherish each person as created in the image of God and believe it is our responsibility to strive for excellence in establishing an environment of dignity for all.

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At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you’ll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership—from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care—where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.