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Division Chief of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Position Number: 7288769
Location: Buffalo, NY
Position Type: Medicine - Physicians

Division Chief of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Position Information

Position Title: Division Chief of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Department: Pediatrics
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63244

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Department of Pediatrics in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo (UB) and Golisano Childrens Hospital (GCH) of Buffalo is actively recruiting for a Pediatric Critical Care Division Chief to oversee pediatric critical care delivered in our combined medical-surgical 20-bed PICU and for our critical care sedation and transport service.

This candidate will join our team of 10 intensivist and 5 APPS to care for critically ill children at Golisano Childrens Hospital at Buffalo. This Division Chief will participate in strategic planning and execution of expansion of Divisional sub-sections of Neuro-Critical Care, Cardiac-Critical Care, Simulation and Sedation Services. Faculty duties will also include education and supervision of PICU fellows, pediatric residents, advanced practice providers, and medical students from Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Ideal candidates will have some leadership experience and excellent clinical, teaching and communication skills, as well as interest in scholarly and quality improvement initiatives. Protected time and resources will be available. Qualified candidates will be appointed at the Clinical Associate/Professor level commensurate to rank.

Division & Program Highlights

Robust and Experienced Cardiology support by UB/UBMD Pediatric Cardiology Associates of Western New York, LLC
Excellent robust Pediatric Intensive care multi-disciplinary team.
Robust clinical program including ECMO, CRRT and plasmapheresis with experienced nursing team
Experienced and excellent "STAT team" providing nursing and respiratory therapy for critical emergencies throughout GCH of Buffalo
Superior respiratory therapy support
Excellent pediatric sub-specialty support with full complement of fellowships
Robust surgical program at GCH of Buffalo with Pediatric Surgery fellowship and strong surgical sub-specialty support
PALISI membership and other National Association Memberships
Administrative support
Study coordinator and Biostatistical support
Mentorship provided for faculty at all levels
Executive Leadership dedication and support to expand Pediatric Cardiology at GCH of Buffalo and build a Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care and Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Program at GCH of Buffalo.

Teaching and Mentorship Responsibilities

Support education and training of our APPs and junior faculty in cardiac critical care
Teach PICU fellows, pediatric residents and medical students
Participate in educational conferences and curriculum development
Provide mentorship to junior faculty and fellows

Practice Environment

UBMD Pediatrics - largest pediatric subspecialty group in Western New York
Affiliation with UBMD Physicians Group
Strong administrative and operational support
State-of-the-art facilities at the only free-standing Childrens Hospital in NY State
Critical Care Transport team
Critical Care Sedation service

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary
Retirement plan contributions, no employee contribution required
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Malpractice coverage
CME support
Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

Why Buffalo?

Affordable housing and excellent schools
"The City of Good Neighbors"
Commute-friendly
Family-friendly community
Four-season outdoor activities
Proximity to Toronto and major Northeast cities
Buffalo International Airport
Medical campus with Childrens hospital, Cancer center, Adult Stroke center/Adult hospital and Medical School on site.
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UBMD Pediatrics is one of 16 practice plans within UBMD Physicians Group, the single largest medical group in Western New York. We provide premier health care to infants, children, adolescents and adults. In addition to primary care pediatrics, we have 15 pediatric subspecialties. Our physicians make up the academic teaching faculty within the Department of Pediatrics at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo and Golisano Childrens Hospital.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and the largest, most comprehensive institution in the 64-campus State University of New York (SUNY) system, and a member institution of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). Over 30,000 undergraduate, masters and doctoral students are enrolled at UB across 13 colleges/schools. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

The successful applicant must share our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, collegiality, antiracism, and respect for the inclusion of individuals with diverse backgrounds.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities

Minimum Qualifications

MD, DO, or equivalent degree
Board-certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Critical Care

Preferred Qualifications

Leadership experience

Physical Demands

Salary Range
Competitive

Job Type
Full-Time

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Linda Ramsey
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Department Administrator
Contact's Email: lkramsey@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-323-0011

Posting Dates

Posted: 07/02/2026
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled: