PEDIATRIC PULMONARY MEDICINE

Job Description

Job Description

The Pediatric Pulmonology Division, part of the Department of Pediatrics at our organization, is currently seeking a Pediatric Pulmonologist to enhance our team. Applicants should be fellowship-trained and either board certified or eligible in pediatric pulmonology.

• Comprises 2 Pediatric Pulmonologists
• Includes 2 Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioners (NPs)
• Delivers both inpatient and outpatient consultative services
• Covers a 24-county area , which includes:
• Upstate New York
• Western Massachusetts
• Western Vermont

Our division operates multidisciplinary clinics focusing on neuromuscular conditions, aerodigestive issues, and hosts a monthly BPD Clinic for NICU graduates. Additionally, we are proud to have the region's only accredited Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Center , recognized nationally for our quality improvement efforts and acknowledged by the local chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for our engagement in community events.

• Multidisciplinary CF care team, which includes:
  • Pharmacists
  • Dietitian
  • Child-life specialist
  • Mental health coordinator
  • Case manager
  • Respiratory therapist
  • Nurse coordinator
  • NPs and physicians
• Supported by the Donna Crandall Foundation :
  • Provides groceries during each visit
  • Offers financial support for families affected by CF

• Comprehensive Pulmonary Function Laboratory
• Office-based flexible laryngoscopy equipment
• Flexible bronchoscopy conducted with anesthesia

Our division collaborates closely with other specialists within the Department of Pediatrics to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for patients at the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital. We work alongside faculty in critical care, neonatology, hospital medicine, and various subspecialties. Additionally, our faculty and staff mentor medical students from the 3rd and 4th years at Albany Medical College, as well as advanced practice students from local institutions.

The competitive base salary for the assistant professor position ranges from $195,000 to $206,000, with opportunities for incentive bonuses. The rank and salary will be determined based on experience.

Our organization is the sole regionally governed not-for-profit health system serving northeastern New York and western New England. It encompasses Albany Medical Center, Albany Medical College, the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital, Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and Visiting Nurses. Albany Medical Center stands as the only academic medical center in New York's capital region and is one of the largest teaching hospitals in upstate New York.

Albany boasts a high quality of life, featuring affordable housing, top-rated schools, and a lively cultural atmosphere. Conveniently located near New York City, Boston, and Montreal, Albany offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities throughout the year in the Adirondack Mountains and surrounding lakes. This area is perfect for professionals and families looking for a balanced lifestyle that includes both urban and suburban living options.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and CV to:

Physician Recruitment

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.