Chief, Division of Palliative Medicine

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is in search of a compassionate and collaborative physician leader to take on the role of Chief of the Division of Palliative Medicine . This is a remarkable opportunity to lead and enhance a well-established palliative care program while promoting clinical excellence, education, and interdisciplinary teamwork throughout the health system .

We are part of a prominent academic health sciences center in northeastern New York, which houses the largest hospital in the region, the only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and the sole children's hospital in the area. This system serves over three million individuals across 25 counties.

About the Division

The Division of Palliative Medicine specializes in hospital-based consultative care aimed at enhancing the quality of life for patients facing serious illnesses. Our current interdisciplinary team comprises physicians, nurse practitioners, chaplains, and psychological support, collaborating closely with various specialty services within the hospital.

This program maintains strong partnerships with teams such as geriatrics and other medical subspecialties, actively engaging in the education of residents and medical students through both clinical supervision and didactic instruction.

About the Role

As the Chief of the Division of Palliative Medicine, you will be responsible for overseeing the clinical, academic, and educational objectives of the division while steering the ongoing development of palliative care services throughout the institution.

In collaboration with departmental and health system leadership, you will help define the strategic direction for palliative care and enhance interdisciplinary cooperation to address the needs of patients and families in the region.

In this position, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing strategic and operational guidance for the Division of Palliative Medicine

• Managing the clinical operations of a hospital-based adult consult service

• Expanding and fortifying interdisciplinary palliative care services across the health system

• Encouraging collaboration with specialties such as geriatrics, oncology, critical care, and other medical and surgical disciplines

• Supporting and mentoring faculty, nurse practitioners, and interdisciplinary team members

• Advancing the division's academic mission through the education of medical students and residents

• Participating in teaching, supervision, and didactic programs within both undergraduate and graduate medical education

• Guiding program development, quality improvement initiatives, and scholarly activities

• Collaborating with institutional leadership on operational and financial objectives for the program

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree or equivalent qualification

• Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine (or eligibility)

• Board certification in a primary specialty such as Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or a related field

• Proven excellence in clinical care, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration

• Previous leadership, program development, or administrative experience is preferred

• Eligibility for academic appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level

• Eligibility for medical licensure in New York State

Benefits

We provide a highly competitive benefits package, which includes:

• A competitive starting salary range of $325,000-$360,000 based on academic rank, with additional incentive bonuses available

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

• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

• Ample paid time off and a holiday schedule

• A retirement plan plus a 403(b)

• An annual CME allowance along with dedicated CME time

• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage

• Employee wellness programs and mental health support

• A new faculty mentorship program in the Department of Medicine

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

• Excellent healthcare coverage with no copay at our providers

• A diverse 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 comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the largest hospital in the region, the only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and the only children's hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at the medical college.

We encourage interested candidates to submit a cover letter and CV to our recruitment team.

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.