Infectious Disease Physician

Position Available: Infectious Disease Physician

Our organization is actively looking for an Infectious Disease Physician who has a passion for academic medicine to become part of our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will hold board certification or be board eligible in infectious disease and will receive an academic title that reflects their level of experience. This is a full-time position focused on adult infectious diseases, involving inpatient consultations and one clinic day each week.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a wide variety of infectious diseases, including but not limited to:
• • Sepsis and bloodstream infections
  • Endocarditis
  • Osteomyelitis and infections related to prosthetic joints
  • Complex skin and soft tissue infections
  • Healthcare-associated infections and those resistant to multiple drugs
  • Inpatient care for HIV-related conditions
  • Opportunistic infections in patients with compromised immune systems
  • Infections following surgery and those related to medical devices
• Engage directly with Albany Med's Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
• Work collaboratively with teams in hospital medicine, critical care, surgery, oncology, transplant, nephrology, and emergency medicine, as well as local community hospitals through telemedicine.
• Participate in weekend on-call duties, anticipated at a ratio of 1:5.

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in infectious disease.
• Experience in treating both surgical and complex medical patients.
• Interest or experience in hospital epidemiology is advantageous.

Working Conditions

This role is primarily focused on adult infectious disease management, with responsibilities split between inpatient consultations and outpatient clinic work.

Benefits and Opportunities

We provide a highly competitive benefits package, which includes:

• A base salary range of $225,000 to $250,000, depending on academic rank.
• Relocation assistance to facilitate a smooth transition.
• A generous sign-on bonus.
• Comprehensive health insurance covering medical, dental, and vision.
• Ample paid time off and a holiday schedule.
• A retirement plan along with a 403(b) option.
• Annual allowance for Continuing Medical Education (CME) and dedicated time for CME activities.
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance coverage.
• Employee wellness initiatives and mental health support.

About Our Organization

We are a leading institution in medicine, research, and medical education in New York's Capital Region, serving as the largest private employer in the area with over 10,000 staff members. Our organization offers exceptional career opportunities across various roles in patient care and administration. We prioritize the well-being of our employees and provide outstanding benefits, including:

• Excellent healthcare coverage with no copay for services at our providers.
• A comprehensive range of services and programs aimed at supporting emotional, physical, and mental health.

Located in the historic capital city, our facility 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, and the sole children's hospital. Our downtown campus also offers opportunities at the affiliated medical college. Together with other local health institutions, we form a health system that serves over three million residents across 25 counties.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.