Chief, Division of Palliative Medicine

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.

Our organization is part of a prominent academic health sciences center in northeastern New York, which includes 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 health 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. The 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, the Chief will contribute to shaping the strategic direction for palliative care and enhancing interdisciplinary cooperation to address the needs of patients and families in the region.

In this position, you will:

• Provide strategic and operational guidance for the Division of Palliative Medicine.

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

• Enhance and fortify interdisciplinary palliative care services across the health system.

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

• Support and mentor faculty, nurse practitioners, and members of the interdisciplinary team.

• Advance the division’s academic mission through the education of medical students and residents.

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

• Lead program development, quality improvement initiatives, and scholarly activities.

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

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree or equivalent.

• 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.

We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• 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).

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• A retirement plan plus a 403(b) option.

• Annual CME allowance and dedicated time for continuing medical education.

• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage.

• Employee wellness programs and mental health support.

• A new faculty mentorship program within 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 provide excellent career opportunities across a variety of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits, including:

• Exceptional health care coverage with no copay at our providers.

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

Located in the historic capital city of New York, our organization offers a comprehensive array 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 provides opportunities at the medical college.

Our organization, along with several other health facilities, forms a health system that serves over three million individuals across 25 counties.

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

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.