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Samaritan Physicians

Dermatologist | $545,000 Guaranteed Base Salary | $50,000 Sign On Bonus

Samaritan Physicians, Watertown, NY, United States


Dermatology Opportunity in Northern New York
--- 1000 Islands Region & Home to Lake Ontario --- 

Package Highlights

  • $545,000 Annual Base Salary, plus WRVU Incentive Program 
  • $50,000 Signing Bonus
  • $20,000 Annual Educational Loan Repayment
  • $15,000 Relocation Reimbursement
  • $3,000 Annual Continuing Education Stipend, plus 5 Paid Days Off

Practice Highlights

  • Medical dermatology opportunity to join a strong physician-led team including a Board-Certified Dermatologist/Mohs Surgeon, three experienced dermatology Physician Assistants, two Nurse Practitioners and an experienced support staff
  • Employee of Samaritan Medical Center, a 290 bed not-for-profit hospital located in Watertown, New York
  • General dermatology practice with minimal cosmetic procedures
  • Ready-made practice panel replacing a very busy departing dermatologist
  • Newly developed office space with large exam/procedure rooms, photodynamic therapy, and injectable cosmetics. Hospital operating room access, if needed
  • Medical Staff of 190 physicians representing 42 specialties; offering a solid referral base
  • Catchment population: 250,000
  • Very appreciative patient population making for a rewarding career
  • Co-located, hospital-based comprehensive cancer center, Fall 2018
  • Teaching opportunities with accredited ACGME/AOA Family Medicine & Internal Medicine

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Board Certification American Board of Dermatology; or actively in process
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Appreciation for Patient Centered Care
  • Ability to work within Team

Other Benefits

  • Twenty-nine (29) days paid time off
  • Health insurance, individual or family, 80% paid
  • Occurrence medical liability insurance; $1.3 Million each/$3.9 million aggregate
  • 401k and 403b financial planning option; Employer pension plan contribution
  • NYS medical license and DEA registration paid

Location Highlights

  • Close proximity to Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River and Adirondack Mountains
  • Breathtaking region offers excellent four-season recreation for the outdoor enthusiast
  • Easy access to urban areas
  • Safe community, with the added benefit for a low cost of living
  • Strong educational systems
  • Diverse cultural opportunities
  • A great place to live and raise a family