Infectious Disease Attending - Military Veterans
at NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone Health
NYU School of Medicine is a world-class institution committed to advancing medical education, patient care, and research. Woodhull Medical Center, a leading affiliate site, provides comprehensive healthcare services to a diverse patient population. Together, we foster an inclusive, dynamic, and collaborative environment focused on improving healthcare outcomes and providing exceptional care.
Position Overview:
NYU School of Medicine at Woodhull Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Infectious Disease Attending to join our team. This role will participate in the infection prevention and control efforts across the medical center, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols, regulatory standards, and providing expert guidance in managing infectious diseases. The position involves both direct clinical responsibilities and leadership within the Division of Infectious Diseases under the Department of Medicine, working closely with a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive medical care for patients with infections in the inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Diagnose and treat infectious diseases conditions through clinical evaluation, diagnostic testing, and treatment planning.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Develop individualized treatment plans for patients and follow-up care.
- Participate in patient education and outreach regarding infection prevention.
- Stay current with the latest research, treatment protocols, and advancements in infectious diseases.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to medical students, residents, and fellows.
- Engage in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in accordance with medical standards and regulations.
Qualifications:
- Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) with a valid license to practice medicine in New York.
- Board Certification in Infectious Disease (or related specialization) preferred.
- Strong knowledge of infection control practices, clinical guidelines, and regulatory standards (CDC, NYS DOH, Joint Commission, etc.).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with staff, patients, and management.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Prior teaching experience and leadership capabilities are a plus.
Salary: $235,000 - $250,000 (commensurate with experience)
NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, military and veteran status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
Brooklyn, NY
NYU Langone Health, a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic medical center, is one of the nation’s premier centers for excellence in clinical care, biomedical research, and medical education. Located in the heart of Manhattan, NYU Langone is composed of five hospitals—Tisch Hospital, its flagship acute care facility; Rusk Rehabilitation; the Hospital for Joint Diseases, the Medical Center’s dedicated inpatient orthopaedic hospital; NYU Lutheran Medical Center, a full-service, 450-bed teaching hospital located in Brooklyn, and Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital, a comprehensive pediatric hospital supporting a full array of children’s health services across the Medical Center. Also, part of NYU Langone is NYU School of Medicine, which since 1841 has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history, and the Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute–designated cancer center. The Medical Center’s trifold mission to serve, teach, and discover is achieved 365 days a year through the seamless integration of a culture devoted to excellence in patient care, education, and research.