We are seeking a physician for the Critical Care Unit (CCU) with expertise in general bronchoscopy and an expectation to perform 2-3 Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) procedures per week, though navigational bronchoscopy is not available.

Responsibilities:

• Provide coverage for 1 week per month, including rounding and collaboration with hospitalists.
• Handle both pulmonary and critical care cases, with the ability to cover non-critical pulmonary consultations as requested by hospitalists.
• Manage patient encounters with an average of 14 patients per shift.
• Participate in 24-hour call rotations, with the ability to leave upon completion of duties.

Qualifications:

• Must possess both pulmonary and critical care certifications.
• Board certification is required; however, candidates who are board certification eligible may be considered.
• Fellowship requirement: 2 years.
• The following certifications are required: ACLS.
• Ability to utilize the EMR system Paragon Mckesson effectively.

Facility Details:

• The facility hosts 86 beds, with a 9-bed ICU.
• The facility does not require board certification for eligibility but does require that physicians are board certified.
• The hospital is a non-trauma level facility with no pediatric trauma level designation.

Additional Information:

• Credentialing timeframe is estimated at 60-90 days, with temporary privileges available for urgent needs.
• The nearest airport is Asheville, NC (AVL).
• Lodging recommendations include Holiday Inn Express and Best Western in Dillsboro, NC.