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Greenville, North Carolina

Physician Employee - Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine

Sleep Medicine Above average in Sleep MedicineNo callFull-Time

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Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Physician - Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine

JOB DESCRIPTION: PULMONOLOGIST OPPORTUNITY – JOIN A LEADING MULTISPECIALTY PRACTICE WITH A PREMIER PULMONARY AND SLEEP MEDICINE CLINIC IN GREENVILLE, NC

Are you a board-certified Pulmonologist seeking a dynamic and rewarding career in a collaborative, patient-focused environment? Our large, well-established multispecialty practice in Greenville, North Carolina is actively recruiting a skilled physician to join our team and help us continue delivering exceptional care across Eastern North Carolina.

About Our Practice

With nine locations throughout Eastern North Carolina, our practice offers a robust

network of specialists and primary care providers working together to deliver coordinated, high-quality care. We are proud to feature a state-of-the-art Ambulatory Surgery Center and Sleep Medicine Clinic, fully equipped to support your career in pulmonary medicine and sleep medicine if applicable. Our facilities also include advanced diagnostic and imaging services to enhance patient care and clinical efficiency.

Why Greenville?

Greenville is a vibrant university town known for its welcoming community and cultural

diversity, and growing medical district. Home to East Carolina University and ECU Health Medical Center, the city offers a unique blend of academic energy and Southern hospitality.

Located just 90 minutes from Raleigh and a short drive to the Crystal Coast, Greenville provides easy access to both metropolitan amenities and beautiful coastal escapes. Whether you're drawn to the arts, outdoor recreation, or family-friendly living, Greenville offers an exceptional quality of life.

What We Offer

* Partnership Track: Opportunity to partner in two years.

* Attractive Compensation: Guaranteed base salary for up to four years.

* COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE TO INCLUDE:

* Malpractice insurance

* Major medical and dental coverage for you and your family

* Outstanding retirement program with 401(k) company match

* CME allowance and relocation assistance available

* Advanced Facilities: Onsite ASC, sleep clinic, lab, and diagnostic services.

* Collaborative Multispecialty Team: Work alongside experts in cardiology, dermatology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, hematology, oncology & breast surgery, obstetrics & gynecology, primary care, rheumatology, surgery, and urology.

* Supportive Environment: Experienced clinical and administrative staff to help you focus on patient care.

* Work-Life Balance: Minimal call responsibilities with no hospital call.

Your Role

* Provide comprehensive outpatient pulmonary care. Critical Care shifts can be picked up at the local hospital if desired.

* Diagnose and manage sleep disorders in our dedicated sleep medicine clinic with sleep certification.

* Perform and interpret pulmonary function tests. Read and interpret sleep studies and chest x-rays if interested.

* Participate in quality improvement and practice development initiatives.

Qualifications

* MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.

* Board certification in pulmonary disease.

* North Carolina medical license (or eligibility).

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

* Commitment to delivering patient-centered, evidence-based care.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for a fulfilling career in a supportive, forward-thinking practice, we invite you to apply. Join us in Greenville and become part of a team that’s shaping the future of pulmonary and sleep medicine in Eastern North Carolina.

Apply Today

Submit your CV and cover letter to Mike.Shreves@physicianseast.com [Mike.Shreves@physicianseast.com]. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide comprehensive outpatient pulmonary care and diagnose sleep disorders within a dedicated sleep medicine clinic. Responsibilities also include performing pulmonary function tests and participating in quality improvement and practice development initiatives.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Pulmonary function testingSleep study interpretationChest x-ray interpretationPatient-centered careEvidence-based medicineCommunication skills

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Employee - Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine at Physicians East a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Sleep Medicine — ranked against 48 active Sleep Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Sleep Medicine — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Sleep Medicine Jobs

7 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution7 jobs · 6 employers

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Annual compensation range

#1

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HealthOp Solutions · Prescott, Arizona

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#2

Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician (PRN)Per Diem

Sentara Health · Elizabeth City, North Carolina

$390k-$638k
#3

Pulmonologist (MD/DO) - Ashburn

$300k-$500k
#4

Sentara Careplex Hospital - Pulmonary Physician

$404k-$482k
+ 5 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

6.1/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Sleep Medicine

  • No call

Living in Greenville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$238k
Typical market rent
$1,428/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
88.4
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Greenville, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Physicians East

Medical Practices
Greenville, North Carolina
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Malpractice Insurance
Major Medical and Dental Coverage
401(k) with Company Match
CME Allowance
Relocation Assistance
Partnership Track (2 years)
Minimal Call - No Hospital Call