Open Rank Clinician Educator of Internal Medicine in Pulm/Sleep/CC/Allergy
Pulmonology in New Mexico pays $363k median — is this one competitive?
Compare this offer against Pulmonology physician salaries and know exactly what to ask for.
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join University of New Mexico as a Pulmonary/Sleep Physician – Academic, New Mexico in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- provide New Mexicans with the highest level of health care.
Requirements
- If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
- Please attach your current CV and Cover letter.
- Inquiries may be directed to Michelle Harkins, MD Division Chief of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University of New Mexico mharkins@salud.
Benefits & Compensation
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with University of New Mexico in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Open Rank Clinician Educator of Internal Medicine in Pulm/Sleep/CC/Allergy at University of New Mexi a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% of all Pulmonology physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Pulmonology — Physician Career Context
This Pulmonology position at University of New Mexi is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Nationally, Pulmonology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $350k, with the typical range spanning $270k to $460k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Sleep Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pulmonary, Critical Care, Clinician Educator, Medical Education, Patient Care, Scholarly Activities. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pulmonology role.
Core responsibilities: The faculty member will join the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, focusing on the multidisciplinary Sleep program which includes a strong sleep fellowship program. This role requires an academically focused applicant to contribute to teaching and providing care for diverse r...
Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental & Vision, Life Insurance, Tuition Remission, Dependent Education Programs. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Pulmonology physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago
Similar Jobs
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Pulmonary (PRN)
MUSC
ACP Nurse Practitioner
TIDEWATER PHYSICIANS MULTISPECIALTY GROUP P C
Physician - Pediatrics: Pediatric Pulmonology (Sleep Medicine)
OU Health
Physician - Director of Thoracic Transplantation
Ochsner Health
Pulmonary Nurse Practitioner
St Mary Medical Center
Pulmonology Respiratory Therapist
American Addiction Centers