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Albany, NY 12208
518-262-3125
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
New York State Short Term Disability
Please contact the GME office to initiate the process.
Liberty Mutual Short Term Disability Insurance
Effective January 2011, Short Term Disability benefits are provided at no cost to House Staff. If an off the job injury or illness excludes regular work, after a seven calendar day waiting period, this benefit will coordinate with NYS Disability benefits and provide 50% of the regular weekly base income.
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Professional Liability Insurance
House staff members employed by Albany Medical Center are covered under the Albany Medical Center self-insurance program for professional liability claims arising out of the acts and omissions of such employees within the scope of their program activities at facilities operated by Albany Medical Center
The Albany Medical Center self-insurance program provides coverage on an occurrence basis, with limits of $1 million/$3 million. As a condition of defense and indemnification, covered individuals are required to cooperate in the reporting and defense of claims. The program is administered by the Risk Management Department of Albany Medical Center.
Annual Health Assessments
State law requires that new residents and fellows have an initial physical examination and submit proof of measles, German measles, and varicella immunizations, as well as a TB skin test (in the last six months) prior to employment start date. Annual updates and self-assessment are performed by the Medical Center's Employee Health Service and are required for promotion. Missing immunizations are also provided by the Employee Health Service.
ACLS Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support is required for all residents and fellows. Certification and recertification are provided by AMC. If additional life support certifications are required by the program to which you are applying, these will also be provided.
Perquisites
The following are provided to all house officers:
43 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
518-262-3125