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Pulmonology Job in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Pulmonologist - Outpatient only! Join us in charming Hattiesburg, Mississippi!

Company:Community Health Systems

Profession/Specialty:Pulmonology

Location:Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg, a state-of-the-art 211-bed (all private) facility is currently seeking a BC/BE Pulmonologist to join our team.

  • Hospital employed position with full employee benefits
  • All outpatient position

A Comprehensive and competitive Compensation Package will be offered and may include:

  • Commencement Bonus
  • Relocation Expenses
  • Medical Education Debt Repayment Assistance
  • CME and Vacation
  • Retirement and Health Benefits
  • Stipend During Residency/Fellowship

Merit Health Wesley is a state-of-the-art 211-bed medical facility located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.  The hospital is a dynamic entity, continually changing and growing in size, service and scope to meet the needs of South Mississippi. Even with these changes, one thing has, and always will, remain the same: our commitment to providing compassionate, quality healthcare for the changing needs in your life.

The American Association of Respiratory Care has recognized Merit Health Wesley's respiratory department for providing outstanding care to our patients and our community.

Hattiesburg, Mississippi is a city in the Gulf Coast region of Mississippi with a nearly 45K population and home to The University of Southern Mississippi and William Carey University.  Situated less than 2 hours from major cities (New Orleans, LA – Jackson, MS – Gulfport, MS – Mobile, AL), Hattiesburg has been long known as “The Hub City.”  Along with low cost of living this small family town offers cultural activities such as the Hattiesburg African American Military History Museum, the Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby, the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art and a number of performing arts events at both Universities.  In addition, you can enjoy Division 1 sporting events, biking trails, hunting and fishing, and top rated golf courses. 

Community Information - Hattiesburg, MS

Community Facts

Population (total service area): 285,640

Hattiesburg “The Hub City” is conveniently located between the state capital of Jackson and the Mississippi Gulf Coast. In addition, both Mobile, AL and New Orleans are easily accessible. All four destinations area relatively short (roughly 100 miles or less) drive from the city.

Hattiesburg offers:

  • College Sports and Artistic Programming
  • Canoeing, Kayaking and Tubing on Okatoma River and Paul B. Johnson State Park
  • Biking and Hiking on the Longleaf Trace
  • Golf Clubs & Courses
  • Shopping in Historic Downtown Hattiesburg

Points of Interest:

  • All-American Rose Garden
  • Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby
  • Lauren Rogers Museum of Art
  • Hattiesburg Zoo at Kamper Park
  • Lucile Parker Art Gallery
  • Saenger Theater

Weather:

Average annual rainfall: . . . . . . . .60"

Average temperature in winter: . . . .60°

Average temperature in summer: . . . . . . . . . .94°

Market Data:

Median household income: . . . . . . . .$40,869

Average cost of existing 3BR home: . . . . .$125,000

Average cost of a 2BR apartment: . . . . . .$650/mo.

State Income Tax: . . . . . .3-5%

Education:

High Schools: . . . . .8 public/ 4 private

Middle Schools: . . . . . .7 public/ 4 private

Elementary Schools: . . . . . 18 public/ 5 private

Daycare Centers: . . . . . . . .20

Higher Education: The University of Southern Mississippi; William Carey University; Pearl River Community College; Jones County Junior College

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About Merit Health Wesley

Merit Health Wesley is a state-of-the-art medical facility located on a beautiful campus in the heart of Hattiesburg, Mississippi. At Merit Health Wesley, you'll find the care and treatment you need for all the situations of your life from a broken bone to a cardiac cath. And a family of professional caregivers that is not only committed to providing you with the right care but also with giving the compassion and comfort you deserve.

The hospital is a dynamic entity, continually changing and growing in size, service and scope to meet the needs of South Mississippi. Even with these changes, one thing has, and always will, remained the same: our commitment to providing compassionate, quality healthcare for the changing needs in your life.

Merit Health Wesley is a 211-bed medical facility located in Hattiesburg, MS and is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). Services include 24-hour Emergency Services, Comprehensive Cardiac Care, Home Health Services, Rehabilitation Services, Pediatrics, Work Well Occupational Medicine, Sub-acute Transitional Care Unit, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, The Hip and Knee Institute at Wesley, Institute for Wellness and Sports Medicine, Women's Services, Neonatal Intensive Care, The Birth Center, Outpatient Surgery, VA Clinic and Pain Medicine Services.

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