Pediatric Residency

Flushing Hospital Medical Center in Flushing, NY was established in 1884, and is an A.C.G.M.E. accredited not-for-profit teaching hospital and the first hospital in Queens, NY. We are currently recruiting a third-year pediatric resident to begin July 1, 2024.

We are an ACGME accredited Pediatric Residency program of 30 residents. We seek candidates who have a growth mindset, demonstrate excellent communication skills, are enthusiastic about learning, teamwork, and serving our community of children and families in their daily work.

Learn more about our program at https://flushinghospital.org/education/pediatrics/

Prerequisites:

• Completion of medical training by graduating from either: a) A U.S. or Canadian L.C.M.E. accredited medical school, b) An American Osteopathic Association Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation accredited medical school, or c) A medical school outside of the U.S. or Canada and meets one of the following additional qualifications: E.C.F.M.G. certified.
• Passing score on the U.S.M.L.E. or C.O.M.L.E.X. Step 1 and Step 2 exams, preferably on the first attempt.
• Completion of the first year & second year of training in good standing at an A.C.G.M.E. accredited pediatric residency program.

How To Apply:

To apply, please e-mail the following to Rafiah Khan-Ali, Administrator, at [email protected] :

1. A letter of interest: please discuss why you have chosen pediatrics and why you are currently looking for a new position.
2. Curriculum Vitae.
3. Three letters of recommendation, one of which must be from your current program director if you are requesting a transfer.
4. USMLE/COMLEX Score Report.
5. Medical School Transcript.
6. ITE Score Report for PL1 Year & PL2 Year.
7. Valid ECFMG Certification.
8. Block Schedule for Intern Year & PL2 Year.
9. Medical School Performance Evaluation (Dean’s letter)
10. Professional picture.

Applicants must be legally able to work in the US, or eligible to obtain work. The Department will consider applicants seeking J1 visas.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Ms. Khan-Ali can be reached at 718-670-5534 for any questions.

Contact Information:

Program Director

Shirley Pinero-Bernardo, MD, FAAP
Vice-Chairperson of Pediatrics & Program Director
Flushing Hospital Medical Center, Flushing, NY 11355
Department Phone: 718-670-5534
Email: [email protected]

Administrator

Rafiah Khan-Ali
Administrator, Residency
Flushing Hospital Medical Center, Flushing, NY 11355
Department Phone: 718-670-5534
Email: [email protected]