Associate Chief, Obstetrics and Gynecology

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 325,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual CME Reimbursement

Generous PTO

Comprehensive health, prescription & 4

Life Insurance and AD&D coverage

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem seeks an Associate Chief, Obstetrics and Gynecology to lead clinical programs, research, and education within a major urban hospital. The role emphasizes scholarly activity, mentorship, and high standards in patient care across obstetric and gynecologic services.

Clinical leadership includes directing 60% clinical effort, coordinating coverage, and fostering collaboration with midwives and physicians to ensure excellent outcomes and access.

Qualifications

• Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Board Certification in an OB/GYN sub-specialty, if applicable.
• Proven leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Clinical effort of 60% with coverage across OBGYN areas as needed.
• Lead and mentor faculty, trainees, and collaborative teams.
• Develop and oversee continuing medical education programs for staff.
• Promote scholarly activities and manage research program quality.
• Foster open dialogue, diversity, inclusion, and teamwork.
• Ensure alignment of services with patient access and outcomes.

Skills

Proven leadership experience

Education

Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Board Certification in OB/GYN sub-specialty (if applicable)

Job description

Provider Careers at NYC Health + Hospitals

Associate Chief, Obstetrics and Gynecology

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) has a Associate Chief, Obstetrics and Gynecology opportunity with NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem. Harlem Hospital is located on 135th Street in Manhattan and has been certified as a Baby-Friendly hospital by the World Health Organization. The OBGYN service has 24-hour OBGYN Anesthesia, with five birthing suites, a 17-bed inpatient unit, plus 5 Triage beds. Harlem Hospital features a da Vinci Robot and a full GYN service, which includes minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, urogynecology, an active robotic surgical service, and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. On average, the OBGYN service has 800 births annually. The hospital maintains an academic affiliation withColumbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons.

The Mission of NYC Health + Hospitals is to extend equally to all New Yorkers, regardless of the ability to pay, comprehensive health services of the highest quality in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Their Values are built on a foundation of social and racial equity and has established the ICARE standards for all staff.

NYC Health + Hospitals is the nation’s largest municipal health care delivery system in the United States. Dedicated to providing the highest quality health care services to all New Yorkers with compassion, dignity and respect, and regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.

Opportunity Details

• Clinical Expectations:
  • 60 % Clinical effort.
  • Clinical coverage will be assigned according to the expertise of the candidate and may include a combination of OBGYN clinical areas such as outpatient practice, inpatient, Labor and Delivery, and/or GYN Surgery.
  • Call coverage will include in house call requirement monthly.
  • Call coverage may include back up call according to clinical expertise.
• Promote scholarly activities by faculty and trainees.
• Responsibility for the substance, quality, review and evaluation of all research programs within the Department.
• Develop and oversee continuing medical education programs for staff at all levels within the Department.
• Mentoring of medical students, collaboration with midwives, physician assistants and other advanced practitioners.
• Ensure a culture of open dialogue with all staff, promote healthy team norms, and develop pathways to support staff and promote wellness.
• Ensure a culture of diversity and inclusion within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Ensure faculty meet performance expectations of their services assignment and customer service standards.
• Assist in ongoing professional evaluations of individuals within the Department.
• Create, implement and maintain defined objectives for OBGYN services for clinical improvement, growth, and the expansion of services.
• Establish appropriate communication channels with physicians, midwives, physician assistants, nurses, and administration that result in trust, alignment, and collaborative working relationships, making patient access to resources a high priority.
• Lead by example.
• Establish open, non-judgmental dialogue, expect a culture of diversity and inclusiveness, welcome constructive criticism from direct reports, admit errors openly, avoid a punitive response to honest mistakes, demonstrate timely responsiveness, and hold others accountable.
• Coach, mentor, and develop others to build internal capabilities and the talent that facilitates succession.

Qualifications

• Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Board Certification in an OB/GYN sub-specialty, if applicable
• Proven leadership experience

Wages and Benefits include:

Annual Base Salary: $325,000* - $400,000* based on 40-hour work week.

The annual total value of the compensation package is estimated between $397,500** and $475,000**, which includes the baseline salary, 401(k) contribution, and other factors as set forth below:

• Projected bonus of up to $40,000 (based on previous year’s average), contingent upon meeting quality and productivity targets.
• 401(k) Company Contribution (subject to IRS contribution limits):
  • Employees are immediately vested in a 3% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required.
  • After one year of service, employees receive an additional 7% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required.
• Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) Reimbursement.
• Generous Annual Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and CME days.
• Medical, Prescription, and Dental Coverage: Top-tier plans with employee contributions significantly below market rates.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage: Equal to 2x your salary (up to a maximum of $300,000) provided at no cost to you.
  • Additional employee-paid Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage is available for you and your family.
• Loan Forgiveness: Position may be eligible for loan forgiveness through certain state or federal programs.
• Medical Malpractice Coverage (equivalent to occurrence-based): Provided at no cost to the employee.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Pre-tax employee-paid contributions for commuting expenses.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our New York community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal health care system in the nation serving more than a million New Yorkers annually. Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our policies ensure equal opportunities for all. Learn more about our initiatives by visiting our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion page.

*Salary Disclosure Information:

The salary range is based on sub-specialty training. Additionally, the salary listed for this position complies with New York City's Salary Transparency Law for Job Advertisements. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, historical performance, and other relevant criteria.

**The annual total value of the compensation package shown is provided as an illustration and is not guaranteed.

JOB DETAILS

Annual Base Salary based on a 40-hour work week:

$325,000 - $400,000*

Position type:

Full-Time

Department:

OB/GYN: General

Category:

Posted:

Average faculty practice plan bonus amount:

$40,000 Illustrative, not a guarantee of performance based pay

LOCATION

NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem

506 Lenox Avenue

New York, NY 10037

135 St (2,3) ,

145 St (3)

15 minutes walk from nearest station to the hospital.

ABOUT PAGNY

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is comprised of over 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest public health system in the United States.
PAGNY is committed to recruiting and retaining productive and enthusiastic physicians and promotes our health professionals’ wellness.