Neonatologist

Job Description

Job Description

We are currently seeking applications for a full-time faculty role within the Division of Neonatology in the Department of Pediatrics at our organization, alongside the Bernard & Millie Duker Children's Hospital. We are looking for an exceptional board-certified or board-eligible Neonatologist to become part of a comprehensive clinical program focused on the diagnosis, care, and management of infants.

The Division of Neonatology operates a culturally diverse, family-centered NICU with 60 single/twin rooms. As a New York State-designated Regional Perinatal Center and the primary academic center in the region, we serve as a vital resource for approximately 13,000 deliveries annually. Our offerings include:

• A fully-equipped NICU facility

• Collaboration with a wide range of Pediatric and Pediatric surgical specialists

• A high-risk perinatal unit, along with air and ground transport services covering all of northeastern New York

• A fellowship program and a High-Risk Infant Follow-up Program

The Division is comprised of 13 neonatologists and 24 advanced practice providers .

• Our NICU admits over 800 infants each year, including around 250 transfers.

• The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology facilitates the delivery of 2,200 infants annually, including a significant number of high-risk mothers needing neonatal care for their infants.

• Our faculty actively engage in various quality collaboratives, including:

  • Vermont Oxford Network (VON)

  • Solutions for Patient Safety

  • Children's Hospital Association

  • The New York State Perinatal Centers Collaborative

  • New York Throughway Neonatal Collaborative

• Educational responsibilities include teaching:

  • Fellows and residents from our Pediatric and Med-Peds programs

  • Students from the medical student and physician assistant programs, as well as regional nurse practitioner programs.

• Research and scholarly interests may include areas such as quality science, ventilator management, neuro-NICU and HIE, and the effects of obesity on neonatal outcomes.

We provide a highly competitive benefits package, which includes:

• A competitive base salary ranging from $240,000 to $250,000, depending on academic rank, along with additional incentive bonuses based on clinical and academic performance

• A generous sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team

• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move

• Comprehensive health insurance options (medical, dental, vision)

• Ample paid time off and a holiday schedule

• A retirement plan plus a 403(b) option

• An annual CME allowance along with dedicated CME time

• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance

• Employee wellness initiatives and mental health support

The Bernard and Millie Duker Children's Hospital operates within a larger academic health system and is the sole children's hospital serving 80 counties in upstate New York, as well as families in southwestern Vermont and western Massachusetts. Faculty and staff collaborate in diverse, interdisciplinary teams and have the opportunity to educate learners at various levels. The facility includes 130 beds, featuring a 60-bed NICU, a 19-bed PICU, a pediatric emergency department, and a behavioral health unit. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology delivers 2,200 infants each year, including many high-risk mothers requiring neonatal services.

Our organization is a cornerstone of medicine, research, and medical education in New York's Capital Region, and stands as the largest private employer in the area, with over 10,000 employees.

We offer excellent career opportunities across a variety of roles in both patient care and administration. We value our staff and provide:

• Outstanding health care coverage with no copay for services at our providers

• A comprehensive range of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental well-being

Located in the historic capital city of New York, our organization provides a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region's largest hospital, the only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, the only Comprehensive Stroke Center, and the only children's hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at our medical college.

We encourage interested candidates to submit a cover letter and CV for consideration.

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