Chief Medical I

Albany Medical College is seeking a highly accomplished Division Chief of Cardiac Surgery to lead our growing team. This is a professor-level faculty position offering the opportunity to shape the future of cardiac and thoracic care across our health system and region. As Chief, you will oversee a division comprised of 4–6 cardiac surgeons and 4–5 thoracic surgeons , with dedicated sections for Cardiac Surgery and Thoracic Surgery. You will guide daily operations, support faculty and administrators, and drive growth in clinical, academic and research programs.

Leadership role shaping the vision and strategy for cardiothoracic surgery at the region’s only academic medical center.

Future-focused innovation with plans to launch robotic surgery and cardiac assist device programs.

Regional growth – expand access to advanced surgical care throughout northeastern New York.

Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Oversee daily operations including faculty and administrative staff, budget management and incentive and quality programs

Foster collaboration between the sections of Cardiac Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.

Support academic growth through teaching, mentoring and research with medical students, residents, fellows, APPs and faculty at Albany Medical College.

Advance clinical programs, ensuring exceptional quality and outcomes for patients.

Lead regional efforts to grow cardiac and thoracic surgical services across the health system.

Drive innovation in surgical techniques with emphasis on heart failure therapies and robotic surgery

Continue to optimize a robust quality program in concert with the department and the department of health standards and expectations.

Partner with section chiefs, administrative leadership and APP supervisor on team dynamics and culture

MD / DO or equivalent with board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Academic credentials suitable for appointment at the professor level at Albany Medical College.

Commitment to advancing innovation in cardiac surgery, including TAVR, robotics, and assist devices.

Competitive base salary range $845,000-$924,000 depending on academic rank with additional incentive bonus opportunity

Robust sign-on bonus to welcome you to the team

Relocation assistance to help make your move seamless

Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b)

This position is not eligible for a J1 waiver but candidates on an H1B or O1 visa are encouraged to apply.

Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York’s 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. Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers

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