Chief of Endocrinology and Medical Director of Pituitary and Neuro - Physician - Mount Sinai Hospita

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is in search of a Chief of Endocrinology and Medical Director of Pituitary and Neuro to join our expanding Division of Endocrinology!

The primary goal for this position is to elevate the existing Pituitary Care Research Center into a "Pituitary Center of Excellence." This will be achieved through collaboration with neurosurgeons, adhering to the standards and benchmarks established by Casanueva et al., in the journal Pituitary. This center will serve as a focal point for specialized patient care and fellowship training.

Clinical responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Establishing a clinical practice within the Neurosurgery and Endocrine Faculty to treat patients with pituitary and general endocrine disorders.

• Participating in the division's on-call rotation and providing inpatient endocrine care on a consultative basis as scheduled.

• Engaging in clinically focused quality improvement initiatives set forth by the Division, Department of Medicine, and the broader health system to enhance care for patients with endocrine conditions admitted to the hospital.

The Icahn School of Medicine is looking to recruit an exceptional Physician-Scientist to take on the role of Chief of the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Bone Disease within the Department of Medicine. Our institution ranks among the top 10-12 nationally for NIH funding and is situated in a picturesque area of New York City, adjacent to 5th Avenue and Central Park. The Endocrinology division has multiple satellite practices throughout the city and excels clinically in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, MASH, MAFLD, obesity, thyroid disorders, adrenal issues, pituitary conditions, and reproductive disorders. We also host one of the largest automated insulin delivery (AID) system programs in the United States. Furthermore, our group is robust in basic research focusing on pancreatic beta cell regenerative drug development, MASH/MAFLD, and prostate cancer research. The organization is also highly regarded for its research in neuroscience, immunology, pulmonary health, gastrointestinal studies, oncology, genomics, and bioinformatics.

The Chief will oversee the comprehensive management of the Division, which includes:

• Formulating strategic plans and objectives for the Division that align with the Department of Medicine and the broader health system.

• Managing all financial, operational, and personnel matters within the Division and the health system.

• Supervising divisional faculty, including the recruitment of new members.

• Enhancing the national reputation of the Division through scholarship, education, and innovation in clinical practice, particularly in relation to the system's focus on population health management.

The Division Chief will:

• Oversee the overall management of the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Bone Disease, including the creation of an academically focused training program, expansion of the clinical program, growth of the basic research initiative, and ensuring the financial viability of the Division.

• Handle administrative tasks such as conducting annual performance evaluations for faculty and staff, preparing budget reports, and coordinating staffing while establishing policies and procedures in line with departmental and institutional guidelines.

• Guide the development of clinical practices, including the strategic growth of two Sinai Doctors faculty practices located on the Upper West Side.

The Division Chief will:

• Possess a proven track record of mentorship at all levels, fostering the development of both Clinician-Educators and Clinician-Researchers.

• Establish innovative educational objectives that align with the goals of the System's Graduate Medical Education (GME) and the Department of Medicine.

• Support the development and enhancement of new curricula within the Endocrinology Fellowship Program.

• Oversee all educational aspects of the Division, including training for medical students, house staff, fellowship programs, and continuing medical education. The educational program should encompass bedside training, didactic sessions, conference preparation, and a written core curriculum.

• Be responsible for developing educational goals that align with the guidelines set forth by the Residency Review Committee.

• Applicants must hold an MD or DO degree.

• Eligibility for a New York medical license is required, along with board certification or eligibility in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism; preference will be given to those with advanced degrees.

• Significant experience in clinical practice development, mentorship, and faculty management is highly desirable.

• Experience and accomplishments suitable for faculty appointment at the Icahn School of Medicine at the Associate Professor or Professor level are required.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in academic medicine, clinical practice, or professional organizations is essential.

• National recognition in clinical, translational, and/or basic research is necessary.

• Candidates should possess the experience and leadership qualities needed to create a vision for sustaining and expanding all aspects of the Division's missions while fostering a collaborative and collegial work environment.

• High character and the ability to lead by example in a consistent manner are essential.

• Ability to relate well to a diverse range of constituents, embrace differences, lead effectively at all levels of the organization, build diverse networks, and treat all individuals fairly and equitably is required.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively within a diverse academic and clinical setting are crucial.

Compensation: The salary range is between $239,000 and $500,000 (excluding bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits).

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Our organization provides a salary range to comply with New York City's Salary Transparency law. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, including experience, specialties, historical productivity, historical collections, and community needs. Therefore, actual salaries may be closer to either end of the range and, in some cases, may fall outside the listed range. The stated salary range is for full-time positions and does not include bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits.