Physician / Pulmonology - Pediatric / California / Permanent / Pediatric Pulmonology Physician - Bakersfield, California Job
Bakersfield, CA, 93301, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- pediatric pulmonology
- respiratory care
- asthma management
This position is for a board-certified pediatric pulmonologist at an established subspecialty group in Bakersfield, California, providing comprehensive care for children with complex respiratory and chronic lung conditions. The role involves multidisciplinary collaboration, personalized treatment plans, and involvement in clinical research, covering inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings. Specialized programs include asthma management, an accredited cystic fibrosis center, pediatric sleep services, and home ventilator support for medically complex children.
Established pediatric subspecialty group, founded in 1997, with 150+ expert pediatric and maternal-fetal medicine physicians serving patients from infancy through young adulthood.
Dedicated pediatric pulmonology teamprovides 24/7 care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings"specializing in diagnosis and treatment of complex respiratory and chronic lung conditions.
Comprehensive, family-centered approach:
Collaborative, multidisciplinary care for asthma, allergies, cystic fibrosis, and a broad spectrum of lung disorders
Personalized treatment plans led by board-certified pediatric pulmonologists
Active involvement in clinical research to advance therapies and patient outcomes
Diagnostic Services:
Exercise stress testing
Allergy evaluations
State-of-the-art pulmonary function and bronchoscopy labs
Specialized Programs:
Accredited Cystic Fibrosis Center and CCS-approved comprehensive care for 200 patients annually
Asthma management with thorough family education, trigger avoidance, and proactive planning
Pediatric Sleep Center: Diagnosis and treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders, from infancy to age 21
Home Ventilator Program supporting medically complex, ventilator-dependent children for optimal home life and health
Integrated multidisciplinary services:
Partnership with Immunology, ENT, Gastroenterology, NICU, PICU, Heart Center, and inpatient teams for holistic management of respiratory and critical care needs
Candidate Requirements:
Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatric Pulmonology
MD/DO and eligible for California medical license
Compensation:
Competitive salary-based compensation
Full benefits package
Bakersfields community advantages:
Affordable cost of living:Bakersfields cost of living is significantly lower than the California average, while still offering vibrant city life.
Unique local character:Known as the "Country Music Capital of the West Coast" and a hub for energy and agriculture, with a friendly, diverse population.
Proximity to nature:Surrounded by parks and near the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Bakersfield is ideal for outdoor and adventure enthusiasts.
Welcoming, family-oriented city:With competitive salaries, fresh local produce, and a dynamic restaurant scene, Bakersfield offers outstanding lifestyle options for professionals and families alike.




