Location & Practice Overview

The position is based in the Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at Northwell Health Fertility, an outpatient fertility program headquartered in New York City with clinical activity distributed across a regional network of sites.

Primary Base New York City, NY
Geographic Reach Five boroughs, Long Island, and northern metro suburbs
Practice Type Outpatient fertility division within a large health system
Laboratory Infrastructure Two embryology laboratories located in New York City and Long Island
Recent Expansion Coverage extended into Hudson Valley and Connecticut through Nuvance Health integration

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and manage patients seeking fertility care and family-building support.
  • Lead clinical activities within the expanding Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
  • Mentor REI fellows, residents from the Northwell Health System, and medical students from the Zucker School of Medicine.
  • Guide patients through evidence-based treatment pathways at each stage of the reproductive journey.
  • Contribute to the overall clinical direction of the multi-site fertility program.

Day-to-day work centers on direct patient care combined with educational leadership inside an established academic fertility division.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must satisfy board certification standards for both the primary specialty and the REI subspecialty.

Core Certification
Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Subspecialty Status
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
State Licensure
Eligibility for unrestricted New York State medical licensure
Clinical Orientation
Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based fertility practice

Compensation & Benefits

The published compensation range reflects market data for Reproductive Endocrinologists practicing in the New York metropolitan area within a major health-system environment.

  • Published range: $300,000–$380,000 per year
  • Academic appointment at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, scaled to credentials and experience
  • Employment as a member of Northwell Health Physician Partners
  • Full benefits package (specific elements confirmed during the hiring process)

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Status Full-time
Work Mode On-site clinical practice
Daily Setting Outpatient fertility clinics with dedicated laboratory support
Operational Pattern Clinical activity distributed among affiliated sites according to program needs

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Physicians in this role care for adults pursuing fertility evaluation, treatment, or preservation as part of their family-building plans.

Core Population Adults undergoing fertility assessment and management
Encounter Type Outpatient reproductive-medicine visits
Pathways Represented Couples, single individuals, LGBTQIA+ patients, and those seeking fertility preservation
Clinical Needs Infertility evaluation, ovulation disorders, and assisted reproductive requirements

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The professional content of the role is the full range of reproductive endocrinology and infertility services offered through Northwell Health Fertility.

Diagnostic Work Infertility workups and reproductive endocrine evaluation
Assisted Reproduction Intrauterine insemination and in vitro fertilization
Preservation Services Egg freezing and related fertility-preservation options
Cycle Management Ovulation induction and ongoing cycle monitoring

Role Highlights

These features set the position apart from many single-site or purely private-practice REI openings.

  • Active participation in an established REI fellowship with direct teaching of fellows, residents, and medical students
  • Formal academic appointment through the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
  • Integration into a large health-system physician network rather than a standalone fertility office
  • Combined clinical and educational scope within one permanent role

About Northwell Health Fertility

Northwell Health is New York State’s largest health care provider and private employer. Its Fertility program has provided reproductive medicine services for decades and sponsors an REI fellowship. The organization expanded its geographic footprint through the completed merger with Nuvance Health, bringing services into the Hudson Valley and Connecticut.

System Size 28 hospitals and more than 1,050 outpatient facilities
Employees Approximately 104,000
Physician Group Northwell Health Physician Partners
Medical School Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Research Arm Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the role include formal teaching duties?
Yes. The physician mentors REI fellows along with residents and medical students affiliated with the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.
Is clinical work limited to a single office?
No. Activity is distributed across multiple affiliated sites that serve the five boroughs, Long Island, northern suburbs, and the expanded Hudson Valley and Connecticut regions.
Is an academic title part of the offer?
An academic appointment at the Zucker School of Medicine is available and is adjusted according to the candidate’s credentials and experience.
What laboratory support is available?
The program operates two embryology laboratories—one in New York City and one on Long Island—to support assisted reproductive technology.
Is the position primarily clinical or primarily academic?
The role is structured as a clinical position that also carries defined teaching responsibilities within the REI fellowship and medical-school environment.

Practical Career Considerations

This opportunity may appeal to physicians who are evaluating their next long-term REI practice setting. It pairs specialty fertility medicine with the infrastructure of a large integrated health system, creating an environment suited to those who value established clinical resources, multidisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing connection to an academic medical community.

Practice Environment Health-system infrastructure rather than a standalone private fertility office
Professional Development Continued involvement in physician education and an academic medical setting
Collaboration Model Work within a broader physician network and integrated healthcare organization
Career Stage Fit Suited to an REI physician seeking a stable platform for sustained clinical and academic growth

Candidates comparing fertility practices may weigh the advantages of health-system resources, academic involvement, and multi-location flexibility against the relative autonomy of a smaller single-site practice. The overall structure favors physicians comfortable working inside an established organization and contributing beyond individual patient encounters.

Candidate Considerations Before Applying

Physicians evaluating this REI opportunity will benefit from clarifying several operational details during the recruitment process. The published posting establishes the specialty, employment structure, compensation range, and multi-site model; individual practice expectations may vary by assigned location and program needs.

  • Primary practice location: Confirm the initial clinic assignment and the expected distribution of clinical activity among affiliated sites.
  • Clinical mix: Discuss the anticipated balance of consultations, treatment management, procedures, and other REI services in the individual practice.
  • Schedule expectations: Clarify regular clinic hours, procedural responsibilities, administrative time, and any coverage requirements.
  • Academic involvement: Ask how teaching duties are integrated into the weekly schedule and how participation in the REI training program is structured.
  • Compensation structure: Confirm how the published annual range relates to experience, productivity expectations, incentives, and the complete benefits package.
  • Licensure and credentialing: Candidates not currently licensed in New York should verify the organization’s requirements and expected credentialing timeline.

These questions help an experienced REI physician compare the opportunity with other academic, hospital-based, and private-practice positions while avoiding assumptions about details not specified in the published job information.

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