Director of Maternal Fetal Medicine

Description

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY)  is adding a Director of Maternal Fetal Medicine to the group at  NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County. Kings County Hospital operates a world-renowned Level I Trauma Center, one of only three in Brooklyn, which serves 2.6 million residents of Brooklyn and Staten Island.  The hospital maintains a strong academic affiliation with  SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University to maintain its high healthcare delivery standards. 

The mission of  NYC Health + Hospitals is to extend equally to all New Yorkers, regardless of the ability to pay, comprehensive health services of the highest quality in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Their Values are built on a foundation of social and racial equity and has established the ICARE standards for all staff.  

NYC Health + Hospitals  is the nation’s largest municipal health care delivery system in the United States. Dedicated to providing the highest quality health care services to all New Yorkers with compassion, dignity and respect, and regardless of immigration status or ability to pay. 

Opportunity Details: 

The Director of Maternal Fetal Medicine will provide clinical and strategic leadership for the high-risk obstetric program at NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County, a Level III Maternal Level of Care, safety-net hospital.

• Provide clinical leadership for the high-risk obstetric and MFM program, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based maternal-fetal care.
• Lead program development and strategic planning to expand and enhance MFM services and improve access to specialized care.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives focused on improving perinatal outcomes for a complex and diverse patient population with significant maternal and neonatal health needs.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership and administration on clinical operations, program priorities, quality initiatives, and the continued growth of perinatal services.
• Oversee and support MFM faculty and contribute to their academic, clinical, and professional development.
• Provide education and mentorship to obstetricians, midwives, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, trainees, and medical students in the management of high-risk pregnancies.
• Foster research and academic initiatives that advance maternal-fetal medicine and improve patient outcomes.
• Develop partnerships with community organizations, public health agencies, and other stakeholders to strengthen maternal and perinatal health services.
• Participate in multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure coordinated care for patients with complex maternal and fetal conditions.
• Report to the Chairperson of Obstetrics and Gynecology and work collaboratively with departmental and hospital leadership to achieve program goals.

Clinical & Administrative Responsibilities:

• ​​​​60% Clinical: Perinatal ultrasound interpretation, antepartum consultation, and ambulatory care for patients with high-risk obstetric needs.
• 40% Administrative: Program administration, strategic planning, research, quality improvement, faculty development, and other leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Board Certification in Maternal Fetal Medicine.
• Active or eligible for a New York State Medical License.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a leadership role within an MFM program, preferably in a safety-net or academic medical center.
• Strong track record of clinical excellence, quality improvement, and research in high-risk obstetrics.
• Commitment to health equity, community engagement, and reducing disparities in maternal and perinatal outcomes.
• Experience in program development, team leadership, and interdepartmental collaboration.
• Academic rank of Associate Professor or higher.

Wages and Benefits include:

• Annual Base Salary: $516,850* based on 40-hour work week and  required 17 weeks of embedded night/weekend call and other coverage .
• Any additional night/weekend call performed over the 17 weeks required for the position will be paid at a rate of $25 per hour.

The annual total value of compensation package is estimated at $552,850**, which includes the baseline salary, 401(k) contribution, and other factors as set forth below:

• 401(k) Company Contribution (subject to IRS contribution limits):
  • Employees are immediately vested in a 3% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required.
  • After one year of service, employees receive an additional 7% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required.
• Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) Reimbursement.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and CME days.
• Medical, Prescription, and Dental Coverage: Top-tier plans with employee contributions significantly below market rates.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage: Equal to 2x your salary (up to a maximum of $300,000) provided at no cost to you.
  • Additional employee-paid Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage is available for you and your family.
• Loan Forgiveness: Position may be eligible for loan forgiveness through certain state or federal programs. 
• Medical Malpractice Coverage (equivalent to occurrence-based): Provided at no cost to the employee.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Pre-tax employee-paid contributions for commuting expenses.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY)  mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our New York community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal health care system in the nation, serving more than a million New Yorkers annually.  Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY)is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable hiring practices and a supportive workplace.  All candidates are considered based on their individual qualifications, potential, and experience.  To learn more about our culture and ongoing workplace practices, please visit our  Workplace Culture | PAGNY page . 

*Salary Disclosure Information: 

The salary listed for this position complies with New York City's Salary Transparency Law for Job Advertisements.  The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits.  Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, historical performance, and other relevant criteria. 

**The annual total value of the compensation package shown is provided as an illustration and is not guaranteed.