Director, Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine

City/State:

Bronx, New York

Department:

Division Of General OBGYN

Work Days:

MON-FRI

Scheduled Hours:

Hours Vary

Scheduled Daily Hours:

8.5 HOURS

Montefiore Medical Center and Albert Einstein College of Medicine invite applications for the role of Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Division Director. This pivotal leadership position encompasses oversight of clinical services (inpatient and outpatient), educational programs, and research initiatives within the MFM Division. The Director will spearhead efforts to enhance patient care quality, foster academic excellence, improve community outreach, and drive innovation in maternal-fetal health.

THE POSITION: Appointed by the Department Chair and reporting to the Vice Chair of Maternal Child Health, the Division Director serves as the physician head of the clinical, academic, and educational programs for the MFM Division within the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health. The Director will provide strategic leadership to faculty, fellows, and staff, develop a vision for the future of the division, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care to a diverse patient population.

THE DIVISION: The MFM Division at Montefiore serves a diverse population in the Bronx and southern Westchester counties and is a Regional Perinatal Center. The Division includes seven faculty members and supports an ACGME-accredited fellowship with three fellows per year. It is actively engaged in all aspects of academic medicine, including education, clinical innovation, and research. Montefiore sees over 4,500 deliveries per year, and MFM faculty work in close partnership with the Generalist Division to provide 24/7/365 coverage of two labor and delivery units.

THE CANDIDATE: We seek a visionary leader with demonstrated success in maternal-fetal medicine. The ideal candidate will be a strong clinician, a dynamic mentor, and a strategic thinker with a record of academic achievement. The Director must bring strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and be committed to health equity, innovation, and collaborative leadership.

Other desirable attributes include:

• Expertise in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Administrative experience with oversight of faculty or fellowship programs
• A track record of research productivity and scholarly leadership
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams

• A commitment to underserved communities and social justice

Discrete Responsibilities of the Division Director:

Education

• In conjunction with the MFM Fellowship Director, oversee the MFM fellowship program, maintaining compliance with ACGME accreditation standards.
• Mentor fellows, residents, and medical students, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Develop and evaluate educational curricula, ensuring comprehensive training in all ACGME competency domains. Ensure division faculty meet educational objectives and foster a culture of continuous learning

Clinical

• Oversee the delivery of comprehensive MFM services, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of patient care and quality related to high risk pregnancy.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate services such as fetal diagnostics and testing, high-risk obstetrics, preconception consultation, and perinatal care.

• Implement evidence-based protocols and quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes.

Administrative

• Direct report to the Vice Chair of Maternal Child Health and Chair of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health, indirect report to the Executive Vice-Chair of Clinical Affairs & Strategic Development.
• Manage the division’s clinical coverage, operational budget, resource allocation, and strategic planning.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Foster a collegial work environment among faculty, trainees, and staff
• Facilitate transparent and timely communication across the division

Research

• Support and expand clinical and translational research activities
• Promote scholarly output and academic collaboration

• Foster a research culture that aligns with institutional priorities

QUALIFICATIONS:

• MD or DO degree with board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology and subspecialty certification in Maternal-Fetal Medicine.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of New York.
• A minimum of ten years of clinical experience in maternal-fetal medicine, including proficiency in advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in academic medicine, including program development and faculty mentorship.
• A strong record of scholarly activity, including research publications and contributions to the field.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience directing an ACGME-accredited fellowship

· National notoriety in one of the following: Clinical Research, Quality and Patient Safety, or Public policy.

· Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate across departments.

· Commitment to community outreach and engagement in healthcare and education.

· Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

THE DEPARTMENT: Montefiore’s Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health is one of the largest and most respected in the country. With 41 residents and fellowships in every subspecialty (five ACGME-accredited), the department emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, quality improvement, and education. Our mission is to improve women’s health outcomes through comprehensive care, education, and research. We are deeply committed to social justice and serving the diverse needs of our community.

COMPENSATION: In addition to a competitive salary range of $500,000-$700,000, Montefiore offers a full suite of benefits, including health, dental, vision, LTD/STD, paid malpractice, and a 403(b)-retirement plan.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested candidates should send a cover letter and current CV, and three professional references to William Carpini, Senior Recruiter, [email protected] for additional information. 914-806-0568.

Montefiore is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.