Job Description

The Division of Pediatric Cardiology at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital and the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University are seeking to establish a Pediatric Electrophysiology program. This Pediatric Electrophysiology Program is the only one of its kind within a 60-mile radius and will support cardiac care close to home for the 750,000 children living in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Stony Brook Children’s is part of a large academic medical center located on the north shore of Long Island, New York, and is approximately 55 miles east of New York City.

Qualified candidates will be considered for a Medical Directorship within the Electrophysiology program, based on experience and departmental need.

The successful candidate will join an outstanding team of six board-certified pediatric cardiologists who model collaboration, teamwork, and dedication to their patients and colleagues. The current Division includes expertise in advanced cardiac imaging, fetal cardiology, adult-congenital heart disease and general pediatric cardiology.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work with the Division Chief, Heart Institute and hospital administration to establish a pediatric Electrophysiology Program with the support of a well-established adult Electrophysiology Division and a congenital-trained cardiothoracic surgeon.
• Provide all aspects of electrophysiology services, including electrophysiology studies, RF ablation and cryoablation, and device implantation.
• Participate in specialized device services/clinics and provide consultation for patients at risk for channelopathy, sudden death, and autonomic dysfunction.
• Care for those with arrhythmias starting in fetal life through adulthood.
• Perform inpatient arrhythmia consultations at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, the only children’s hospital in Suffolk County.
• Involvement in research, quality improvement, administrative development, leadership, education, and support for academic pursuits are strongly encouraged.
• Academic rank and appointment with Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook at the level of Assistant, Associate or Professor will be determined by the candidate’s credentials and experience as reviewed by the Committee on Appointments, Promotion, and Tenure.

Stony Brook Children’s Division of Pediatric Cardiology offers the highest level of care for children and adults with congenital and acquired heart disease from infancy through adulthood. The practice includes specialty programs including the Fetal Heart Program, Coordinated Fetal Care Program and a Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Center of Excellence. In addition, the Division is part of a multi-disciplinary care team focused on preventive cardiology and promoting healthy weight and wellness.

To get to know our faculty and program please view our division website:

https://www.stonybrookchildrens.org/specialties-services/pediatric-specialties/pediatric-cardiology

About Stony Brook Children’s and Stony Brook University

The medical school environment and prestigious Health Sciences Center provide an excellent opportunity for Clinical and Basic Science Research for candidates pursuing an academic career. Research is supported by an NIH funded General Clinical Research Center (GCRC).

Stony Brook opened the Children's Hospital in November 2019, the only dedicated, tertiary-care Children’s Hospital located on Long Island. The clinical services of Stony Brook Children’s serve nearly 750,000 children of Long Island, New York and provides the following resources:

• Medical and Research Translation (MART) building.
• 12-bed Med-Surg PICU featuring large individual rooms and a bariatric room.
• 50-bed, single room, Level III NICU.
• 104 pediatric inpatient beds.
• Regional Perinatal Center.
• Fetal Heart Program with 800 fetal echocardiograms performed annually.
• Coordinated Fetal Care Program, a multidisciplinary collaboration between MFM, NICU, cardiology and pediatric surgery.
• A dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department that is currently undergoing expansion.
• Level I Pediatric Trauma Center.
• Seven ambulatory faculty practices throughout Suffolk County.
• A network of pediatric primary care practices under Stony Brook Community Medicine, part of the clinically integrated network.
• A 150-person faculty covering all pediatric subspecialties including Adolescent Medicine, Allergy/Immunology, Cardiology, Child Abuse and Advocacy, Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Genetics, Hematology/Oncology, Hospital Medicine, Infectious Disease, Neonatology, Nephrology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Palliative Care and Rheumatology.
• Pediatric Surgical Specialists in General Surgery, ENT, Neurosurgery, and Trauma as well as additional expertise in Pediatric Radiology, Interventional Radiology, Vascular Surgery, Oral-Maxillofacial Surgery and Renal Transplantation.
• Pediatric, Med/Peds, and Child Neurology residency training programs and selected subspecialty fellowships.
• Rich research resources for laboratory, translational, and clinical research exist within the 20 clinical departments of the Medical School and the larger University. Competitive seed money support within the Department exists for junior investigators or mid-career investigators pursuing new directions.

Compensation and Benefits:

The compensation package is exceptional. The State University of New York (SUNY) supports tuition assistance programs, tax-deferred programs, long-term and short-term disability plans, workers compensation, the Family and Medical Leave Act, as well as generous Retirement Plans. High-quality benefit plans including health, dental, vision, and life Insurance are supported. Starting salary is commensurate with experience and training.

The Location:

Stony Brook Children's is a 10-minute drive from the beach and a short one hour train ride from New York City. Life in and around Stony Brook is truly the best of both worlds. Suffolk County offers proximity to beautiful scenery, appreciation of the seasons (extensive beaches, pumpkin patches, lavender fields, Charles Dickens winter festivals, farmers' markets, and more), outdoor activities, and unique eateries to name a few. For a faster pace, the rich culture, lights, sounds, and arts of the Big Apple are an hour away.

The campus of Stony Brook University is ranked among the top 1% of universities in the world (Center for World University Rankings). Stony Brook University is renowned for its contributions in scientific discovery and research including identifying the cause of Lyme disease and constructing the first nuclear MRI of a living organism. Stony Brook University's performing arts, athletics, and cultural events are easily accessible from the hospital and enjoyed by the healthcare community. Finally, high-quality local schools round out this family friendly environment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent degree.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pediatric Cardiology.
• Eligible for New York State licensure.
• Successful completion of a formal electrophysiology fellowship training program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant leadership experience and programmatic development are preferred.
• Commitment to teaching across the undergraduate and graduate medical education spectrum.

Application Instructions

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For questions regarding this position, please contact Janet DeLuca at janet.deluca@stonybrookmedicine.edu

Special Notes:
Tenure/Non-Tenure Track position. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. To qualify for tenure and/or a senior faculty appointment, the candidate must meet the criteria established by the School of Medicine (School of Medicine's Criteria for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure).

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible.

Campus Description:
Long Island's premier academic medical center, Stony Brook Medicine, represents Stony Brook University's entire medical enterprise and integrates all of Stony Brook's health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It encompasses Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children's Hospital, the five Health Sciences schools -- Dental Medicine, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing and Social Welfare -- as well as the major centers and institutes, programs and more than 50 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County. With 624 beds, Stony Brook University Hospital serves as Suffolk County's only tertiary care center and Regional Trauma Center. Stony Brook Children's, with more than 180 pediatric specialists in 30 specialties, offers the most advanced pediatric specialty care in the region. In the Medical and Research Translation (MART) building, two floors are occupied by Stony Brook University Cancer Center’s outpatient services, and four floors are devoted to cancer research. Diversity, equity and inclusion are essential core values at Stony Brook Medicine. We believe we do our best and most impactful work when we leverage our diverse, equitable and inclusive perspectives. We are proud to recruit and hire talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

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