📍 Location & Practice Overview
- Base location: Albany, NY
- Department: Internal Medicine Group (IMG)
- Practice type: Academic Ambulatory Practice
- Care setting: Outpatient / Continuity Clinic
- Patient population: Adults in the greater Capital District
👩⚕️ Clinical Team & Collaboration
This role sits within a collaborative academic practice made up of 9 faculty physicians and 2 advanced practitioners. You’ll work closely with the Internal Medicine residency program, which supports 54 residents total, including 30 who maintain their continuity clinic at the Internal Medicine Group. The environment emphasizes strong interdisciplinary relationships, including regular interaction with academic hospitalists who manage inpatient admissions and the Alden March Bioethics Institute for ethics-related teaching and case discussions.
- Core faculty: 9 physicians
- Advanced practitioners: 2
- Resident continuity support: 30 residents
- Student learners: Medical, PA, and pharmacy students
- Inpatient handoff: Supported by dedicated academic hospitalists
✅ Requirements
Education
MD or DO from accredited medical school
Board Certification
Board Certified in Internal Medicine
License
New York medical license (or eligibility)
Experience
Experience in primary care teaching and evidence-based medicine preferred
DEA
Valid DEA registration required
Additional
Strong interest in medical education and resident precepting
🏥 Patient Population & Clinical Focus
- Primary patient population: Adult patients from the Capital District region
- Common care areas: Preventive care, chronic disease management, complex adult medicine
- Teaching integration: Resident continuity panels and student precepting
- Care delivery: Balance of direct patient care and educational supervision
🎓 Teaching & Academic Development
As a clinician-educator, you will play an active role in the Albany Medical College Internal Medicine residency training program. This includes continuity precepting, direct supervision of residents and medical students (years 1–4), as well as physician assistant and pharmacy learners. Opportunities exist to engage with bioethics education through the internationally recognized Alden March Bioethics Institute and to contribute to curriculum development in primary care and evidence-based medicine.
The position offers a meaningful balance between patient care in the ambulatory setting and shaping the next generation of physicians in a supportive academic environment.
💰 Compensation & Faculty Appointment
- Base Salary Range: $191,000–$259,000
- Faculty appointment at Albany Medical College, rank commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package through Albany Med Health System
- Support for academic pursuits and professional development
🌆 Living and Working in Albany, NY
Albany and the surrounding Capital District provide an excellent quality of life with a blend of urban amenities and access to nature. The area features affordable housing options, highly rated public schools, and a vibrant cultural scene including museums, performing arts, and local dining. Professionals and families appreciate the balance of city living with easy access to the Adirondack Mountains, lakes, and outdoor recreation year-round. Albany sits at a convenient crossroads near New York City, Boston, and Montreal.
- Strong regional healthcare hub
- Family-friendly communities with good schools
- Varied housing from historic to modern
- Excellent transportation links
❓ FAQ
Is board certification required?
Yes, candidates should be board certified in Internal Medicine.
What does the teaching commitment look like?
The role includes continuity precepting of residents and engagement with medical students, PA students, and pharmacy learners throughout the academic year.
Will I have inpatient responsibilities?
No. Inpatient admissions are managed by academic hospitalist colleagues, allowing focus on ambulatory care and education.
How large is the residency program?
The Internal Medicine residency supports 54 residents, with 30 maintaining continuity practice at this site.
Is there support for academic scholarship?
Yes. The environment encourages scholarship alongside clinical and teaching duties, with collaboration across the health system.
When is the anticipated start date?
Flexible, depending on candidate availability and credentialing timeline.
📈 Academic & Leadership Pathways
- Faculty advancement at Albany Medical College
- Opportunities to participate in curriculum development
- Collaboration with bioethics institute initiatives
- Potential for leadership roles within the residency program
- Support for scholarly activity and presentations
📝 Hiring Process
🔗 Internal Medicine Clinician Educator – Albany, NY
This is an excellent opportunity for a board-certified internist interested in academic ambulatory medicine with Albany Med Health System. The position combines direct patient care in a community-based, hospital-affiliated practice with meaningful involvement in the Internal Medicine residency training program. You will precept residents in continuity clinic, work with medical students across all four years, and collaborate with PA and pharmacy learners while supported by experienced faculty and hospitalist colleagues for inpatient needs. The practice serves adults across the Capital District in a setting that values education, evidence-based approaches, and bioethics integration. Faculty appointment and competitive compensation are provided within New York’s only academic medical center in the region. Ideal for a clinician-educator seeking to balance clinical practice with teaching and professional growth in a collegial environment.
🚀 Apply for This Position
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