Cancer, Child and Youth Services, Clinical Competency, Clinical Trial, Consulting, Diversity, Diving, Family Medicine, Fishing, Hematology, Hospital, Internal Medicine, Interpersonal Skills, Military, Nonprofit, Nursing, Oncology, Patient Care, Productivity Model, Quality of Care, Recreation, Reimbursement, Training/Teaching
Medical Oncology - Directorship Opportunity (Optional)
Samaritan Medical Center - Watertown, New York
Compensation & Benefit Highlights
- Year 1 salary: $510,000, plus a WRVU productivity model
- Years 2-4 salary: $550,000
- Signing bonus: $50,000
- Education loan repayment: $20,000 annually
- Relocation reimbursement: $15,000
- Comprehensive benefits package
Practice Highlights
- New Directorship opportunity available (optional)
- The Walker Center for Cancer Care is affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Buffalo, NY
- Physicians are employed by Roswell Park
- Join a collegial team of three board-certified medical oncologists
- Call schedule: 1:3
- Convenient on-campus location at Samaritan Medical Center
- Catchment population: 250,000
- Large, established referral network
- Proudly serve military personnel from nearby Fort Drum, home of the 10th Mountain Division
- Emergency oncologic admissions handled by Hospitalist Service, with oncology consult
- Teaching opportunities through ACGME/AOA-accredited Family Medicine and Internal Medicine residency programs
- Highly appreciative patient population provides a deeply rewarding practice environment
The Walker Center for Cancer Care
- State-of-the-art facility, opened in 2018
- Comprehensive oncology servicesdiagnosis, treatment, support, survivorship, palliative and end-of-life care
- Access to clinical trials, pathways, and protocols via affiliation with Roswell Park
- Advanced technology and equipment
- Dedicated nurse navigation services
- All oncology services conveniently housed under one roof
Candidate Qualifications
- Board Certified/Eligible in Internal Medicine with subspecialty certification in Medical Oncology and Hematology
- Passion for patient-centered care and team-based practice
- Strong interpersonal skills and exceptional clinical competence
- Enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to excellent outcomes
About Samaritan Medical Center
- 290-bed community hospital; 190 physicians representing 42 specialties
- Largest community-based hospital in Northern New York
- Walker Center for Cancer Care - state-of-the-art comprehensive cancer center affiliated with the Roswell Park Care Network
- Newly expanded womens and childrens services (2019)
- Not-for-profit, independent, financially stable organization
- Deep commitment to outstanding patient care
- More information: www.samaritanhealth.com
Living in Northern New York
Watertown, NY offers a high quality of life with safe neighborhoods, affordable housing, excellent schools, and minimal traffic. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy proximity to:
- The Thousand Islands - boating, fishing, scuba diving, and tours including Boldt Castle
- Adirondack and Tug Hill regions - skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, and year-round recreation
- Four YMCA facilities and abundant community activities
- Close proximity to major destinations:
- 30 minutes to the Canadian border
- 15 minutes to Watertown International Airport (ART)
- 1 hour to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)
- A vibrant military community centered around Fort Drum, adding diversity and patriotic spirit