Pediatric Physiatrist

📍 Location & Practice Overview

• Base location: New York City, NY (Elmhurst and Queens Hospital Centers)
• Department: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (joint appointment) with Pediatric integration
• Practice type: Academic hospital-based
• Care setting: Ambulatory clinics and Level 3 NICU inpatient consults
• Patient population: Urban, ethnically diverse, underserved pediatric and neonatal patients

✅ Requirements

📋 Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient physiatry services in ambulatory clinics at Elmhurst Hospital Center (2–3 days per week)
• Deliver inpatient consultations in the Level 3 NICU at Elmhurst Hospital Center
• Conduct ambulatory sessions at Queens Hospital Center (1–2 days per week)
• Perform inpatient NICU consultations at Queens Hospital Center
• Actively participate in teaching and supervision of residents and medical students
• Collaborate across pediatric and rehabilitation departments in a joint academic setting

⏱ Schedule & Clinical Workflow

• Schedule: Split ambulatory days between Elmhurst and Queens campuses with dedicated NICU consult time
• Call Requirement: NICU inpatient consult coverage as part of role
• Patient Volume: Focused on quality encounters in clinic and inpatient settings
• EMR System: Standard hospital EMR platforms across both sites

This position offers a balanced mix of outpatient care and specialized neonatal consultations while supporting the educational mission of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

🏥 Patient Population & Clinical Focus

The role centers on caring for children and neonates from highly diverse urban communities facing barriers to specialized rehabilitation services. You will manage a range of developmental, neuromuscular, and recovery-related conditions in both preventive ambulatory settings and acute neonatal intensive care environments at two Level 3 NICUs.

• Primary focus: Pediatric and neonatal rehabilitation needs
• Common conditions: Developmental delays, congenital anomalies, birth-related injuries, and post-acute recovery cases
• Emphasis on multidisciplinary coordination to improve long-term functional outcomes

👩‍⚕️ Clinical Team & Collaboration

• Integration within both Pediatric departments and the joint PM&R department
• Close collaboration with neonatologists, pediatricians, therapists, and nursing teams
• Opportunities to contribute to resident and medical student education across sites
• Supportive academic environment with access to Mount Sinai resources

🎓 Professional Development & Academic Engagement

• Faculty appointment at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai commensurate with experience
• Active role in teaching residents and medical students
• Opportunities for academic pursuits and continuing education
• Access to institutional CME resources and conferences

🌆 Living and Working in New York City, NY

New York City offers unmatched professional stimulation paired with rich cultural diversity. The Elmhurst and Queens hospital locations provide excellent public transportation access from throughout the five boroughs, New Jersey, and Long Island. Providers enjoy vibrant neighborhoods, extensive park systems, and the energy of one of the world’s most dynamic cities while addressing real community healthcare needs.

• Excellent public transit connectivity to both hospital sites
• Diverse housing options across Queens and surrounding areas
• Strong local demand for pediatric subspecialty services

❓ FAQ

📈 Career Growth Pathways

This academic position offers a stable platform for long-term professional development within a major health system. You will have the ability to shape pediatric rehabilitation services across two busy urban hospitals while contributing to medical education. Many physicians in similar roles advance into leadership positions in education, quality improvement, or program development.

🔗 Pediatric Physiatrist – New York City, NY

This full-time Pediatric Physiatrist opportunity with Mount Sinai Services at Elmhurst and Queens Hospital Centers is ideal for a fellowship-trained physician seeking a meaningful role in an academic urban setting. You will deliver ambulatory rehabilitation care and provide specialized consultations in two Level 3 NICUs while actively teaching residents and medical students. The position bridges pediatric departments and the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, serving a diverse patient population with significant clinical needs. Both hospitals are well-connected by public transit, making the role accessible from many regional communities. The Icahn School of Medicine appointment provides academic structure and resources for those interested in education and program development. Candidates must hold board eligibility or certification in Pediatric Physiatry along with a New York State license and active DEA. This role suits a collaborative clinician committed to improving functional outcomes for children and neonates in underserved communities.

🚀 Apply for This Position

Complete application for Pediatric Physiatrist at Mount Sinai Services of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai--Elmhurst and Queens Programs.

Please send your CV along with a brief description of career interests and goals to Randi Wasserman, M.D., Regional Director of Pediatrics, Elmhurst Hospital Center, 79-01 Broadway, Room A7-34, Elmhurst, NY 11373.