Location & Practice Overview

Base Location Albany, NY within the Capital District
Department Internal Medicine Group (IMG)
Practice Type Academic ambulatory continuity clinic
Care Setting Outpatient only; inpatient admissions handled by academic hospitalists
Faculty Structure 9 core faculty physicians and 2 advanced practitioners

Responsibilities

  • Deliver direct outpatient care to adult patients in a continuity clinic model focused on preventive services and chronic disease management.
  • Precept Internal Medicine residents during their continuity clinic sessions and supervise medical students across years 1–4.
  • Provide educational oversight for physician assistant and pharmacy learners rotating through the practice.
  • Participate in curriculum development related to primary care and evidence-based medicine within the residency program.
  • Engage with the Alden March Bioethics Institute for ethics-related teaching and case discussions when relevant.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold credentials that support independent ambulatory practice and active involvement in residency education.

Education
MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Board Status
Board Certified in Internal Medicine
Licensure
New York medical license or eligibility to obtain one
DEA
Valid DEA registration required
Preferred Background
Prior experience in primary care teaching and evidence-based medicine

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is structured as an annual salary range with a negotiable bonus component. Faculty appointment rank at Albany Medical College is determined by experience.

  • Base salary range of $191,000–$259,000 per year
  • Negotiable bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package through Albany Med Health System
  • Faculty appointment at Albany Medical College
  • Support for academic pursuits and professional development

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type Full-time
Clinical Focus Ambulatory clinic schedule
Work Model Onsite academic practice
Inpatient Coverage None; dedicated academic hospitalists manage admissions

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The practice serves adult patients from the greater Capital District region in a continuity outpatient model that integrates teaching.

Primary Population Adults across the Capital District
Clinical Emphasis Preventive care, chronic disease management, and complex adult medicine
Teaching Panels Resident continuity panels supported by 30 residents at this site
Learner Integration Medical, PA, and pharmacy students participate in care and education

About Albany Med Health System

Albany Med Health System is the largest not-for-profit and only academic health system serving northeastern New York and western New England. Its anchor is Albany Medical Center, a 766-bed academic medical center that includes Albany Medical College, one of the nation’s oldest private medical schools founded in 1839. The system also comprises Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses.

System Type Not-for-profit academic health system
Hospital Size Albany Medical Center operates 766 beds
Medical School Albany Medical College (founded 1839)
Regional Role Only academic medical center within a 150-mile radius
Members Albany Medical Center, Albany Medical College, Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, Visiting Nurses

Frequently Asked Questions

How many residents maintain continuity clinic at the Internal Medicine Group?
Thirty of the program’s 54 total Internal Medicine residents keep their continuity practice at this site.
Is inpatient work part of this clinician-educator role?
No. Academic hospitalist colleagues manage all inpatient admissions, allowing the position to remain focused on ambulatory care and education.
What opportunities exist for involvement with bioethics?
Faculty may engage with the Alden March Bioethics Institute for ethics teaching and case discussions. The institute is based at Albany Medical College and supports clinical ethics consultation across the health system.
When can a candidate expect to start?
The start date is flexible and depends on candidate availability and the credentialing timeline.
Does the position include a formal faculty appointment?
Yes. Successful candidates receive a faculty appointment at Albany Medical College with rank commensurate with experience.

Internal Medicine Clinician Educator in Albany, NY

This clinician-educator role centers on ambulatory Internal Medicine within an academic continuity clinic at Albany Med Health System. The position pairs direct outpatient care of adult patients from the Capital District with regular precepting of residents and multi-level learners. Faculty work alongside a core group of nine physicians and two advanced practitioners while remaining free of inpatient duties. Integration with the residency program and access to the Alden March Bioethics Institute create structured pathways for teaching and curriculum contribution. Compensation falls within a defined annual range and includes a faculty appointment at Albany Medical College. The setting suits internists who prefer a teaching-focused outpatient practice supported by an established academic medical center.

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