Pulmonology Opportunity- Step Into a Thriving Community with Immediate Volume

We are seeking a Pulmonology/Critical Care Physician at Decatur Morgan Hospital as apart of succession planning. This position will be a mix of inpatient and outpatient. Call will be rotated with our two existing Pulmonologist. Join us in continuing the legacy of our existing Pulmonologist and keeping our Pulmonology care close to home for our community.

Decatur Morgan Hospital has an open ICU with 15 beds. The average hospital census per pulmonologist is 10-15 during the week and 20-30 on the weekends. Our emergency room physicians are all board certified which allows them to manage evening intubations. Pulmonologists perform routine bronchoscopies with anesthesia service and monitoring provided. We also use UAB Tele-Intensivists in the case of a gap in coverage.

This position offers an excellent compensation package including:

• Highly competitive salary with wRVU-based incentives
• Paid vacation
• CME allowance
• Health Benefits Package
• Malpractice insurance
• 401K plan with employer contribution

Decatur Morgan Hospital is an award-winning, community hospital serving Morgan County, Alabama. An affiliate of the Huntsville Health System and the second largest hospital, Decatur Morgan provides innovative medical care at five locations to serve you. More than 400 providers of various specialties make up our medical staff, providing outstanding care to our community. As the largest employer in the county, our nurses, clinicians, technicians, and support staff comprise a team of more than 1,800 professionals dedicated to Morgan County.

Our services include:

• Emergency Services
• General and Acute Care
• Numerous surgical specialties
• Behavioral Medicine
• Sleep Disorders Center
• Breast Health Services
• Outpatient Services
• PT, OT, & speech therapy
• Women’s Services
• Gastroenterology
• Labor and Delivery
• Orthopedics
• Respiratory Therapy
• Wound Care
• Urology
• Neurology
• Endocrinology
• Vascular Surgery

Decatur General grew into a 273 bed acute care hospital with an additional 64 bed behavioral health facility, with a medical staff of more than 200 physicians and more than 1000 employees. Parkway Medical Center, also an acute care facility, became licensed for 120 beds, with a medical staff of 175 physicians and more than 400 employees. Each hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and together serve more than 250,000 people in 5 counties. Despite this growth, in early 2012, it became clear that there was a need for one unified, not-for-profit healthcare delivery system in Morgan County. Huntsville Hospital System, purchased Parkway Medical Center, and later entered into a lease arrangement with Decatur General to form Decatur Morgan Hospital. The entity currently has four locations in Morgan County - the Decatur General Campus, Parkway Campus, West Campus and the Danville Road Campus and there is room for continued facility growth. The goal is to provide the best, most effective healthcare that meets the needs of our community while reducing duplication of services. As the organizational structure continues to evolve, one thing is certain; our customers can rely on the same high quality care and services that they have always known.

Even though the delivery of healthcare has and will continue to change, our mission has not. We are committed to caring for our patients. With the help of our physicians, nurses, healthcare professionals, and volunteers, we will continue to deliver the highest quality and most compassionate health services for our community. Caring for the community is a privilege we take seriously.

Decatur’s richly storied past of opportunity, prosperity, diversity and determination has shaped the city that we are today – a Grand City on a Charming Scale.

From families whose ancestors first settled this fertile river valley to newcomers who move to the area because of our progressive business environment, our City’s welcoming spirit and sense of community are what make Decatur home to a diverse group of people. Our award-winning schools and family-friendly, safe neighborhoods make Decatur a great place to raise a family.

Decatur’s business climate is as progressive as it is diverse. We are home to industrial giants such as United Launch Alliance, Nucor Steel, Daikin America, and 3M as well as award-winning small retailers like Big Bob Gibson’s Barbecue and Morgan Price Candy Company.

Outdoor recreation is a year-round staple in Decatur. Folks take advantage of our location on the Tennessee River for boating, water skiing, and fishing from the first warm days of Spring through those late, lazy Fall days when the sun on the water beckons. In Decatur, one of the ways we build a strong community is providing wonderful city parks and recreation facilities. Point Mallard Park features 750 acres for recreational use with year-round activities, including the J. Gilmer Blackburn Aquatic Center, golf course, indoor ice rink, hiking/biking trails by the river, sports fields and campground. The Jack Allen Sports Complex is our new 77-acre park that provides 30 acres of laser-graded and irrigated soccer and football fields. Festivals throughout the year bring our citizens and neighbors from around the region together to celebrate with music, balloons, food and fun. Other ways to have fun in Decatur include the North Alabama Birding Trail, the Carnegie Visual Arts Center, the Princess Theatre Center for the Performing Arts, Riverwalk Marina, Wheeler Wildlife Refuge, two historic districts, and unique shopping and dining experiences.         

Decatur is a charming community on the Tennessee River, located just 30 minutes outside of Huntsville, and a short driving distance to cities such as Nashville and Birmingham. The city has a vibrant arts scene, countless outdoor activities, a rich history, an active and walkable downtown, and more. With rich quality of life and affordable living, Decatur is receiving national attention as the most diverse and affordable suburb in Alabama. Decatur City School’s mission is to provide an innovative learning community committed to academic excellence and meeting the unique needs of every individual. Students of Decatur City have incredible opportunities to participate in STEM programs, arts, and extracurricular activities. To sum it up, Decatur is caring, fun, entrepreneurial, diverse, creative, nature filled, historic, and overall good small-town living.