Pulmonology, Chief of Pediatric Pulmonology

Job Description

The Department of Pediatrics at Albany Medical College is seeking an accomplished Pediatric Pulmonologist to serve as Division Chief of Pediatric Pulmonology. This is an opportunity to lead a collaborative and growing division within the regions premier academic health system. Candidates must be fellowship-trained and board-certified in pediatric pulmonology, with demonstrated leadership experience in clinical care, education and research.

About the Division and facility:
2 Pediatric Pulmonologists
3 Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioners (NPs)
Provides inpatient and outpatient consultative care across a 25-county region, including Upstate New York, Western Massachusetts, and Western Vermont
Multidisciplinary clinics in neuromuscular disease, aerodigestive disorders, and a monthly BPD Clinic for NICU graduates
Home to the regions only accredited Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Center, nationally recognized for quality improvement and community engagement
Full Pulmonary Function Laboratory
Office-based flexible laryngoscopy
Flexible bronchoscopy performed with anesthesia

The CF Center offers:
A full multidisciplinary care team including pharmacists, dietitians, child-life specialists, mental health coordinators, case managers, respiratory therapists, nurse coordinators, NPs, and physicians
Strong community and philanthropic support from the Donna Crandall Foundation, which provides groceries and financial assistance for CF families

About the Role:
The Division Chief will:
Provide leadership for all clinical, academic, and administrative functions within the division
Oversee quality, safety, and growth initiatives in pediatric pulmonology and the CF Center
Mentor faculty, fellows, and learners across Albany Medical Colleges training programs
Foster multidisciplinary collaboration with colleagues in critical care, neonatology, hospital medicine, and other pediatric subspecialties
Contribute to the departments educational and research missions

The Bernard and Millie Duker Childrens Hospital is a childrens hospital within a larger academic health system. It is the only Childrens Hospital for 25 counties in upstate NY and serves childrens and families in southwest VT and Western MA. We have a 60 bed NICU, 19 bed PICU, 18 room Pediatric ED, and over 140 physicians and providers sharing the care of our patients. Faculty and staff can work on diverse, interdisciplinary teams and teach learners at all levels.

What We Offer
Our faculty enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:
Competitive base salary range for Chief $307,945-$327,945 based on experience.
Robust sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Retirement benefits including Albany Meds pension plan and a 403(b)
Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME days
Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
Access to employee wellness programs and mental health support

Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New Yorks Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.

Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits including:

Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

Anchored in the states historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the regions largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only childrens hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.

Albany Medical Center, along with Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses, form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.

Learn more about what the Capital Region has to offer here!

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to:

Physician Recruitment
View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Albany Medical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.