Valley Health System, in affiliation with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, is actively recruiting a General Pediatrician to join the team
Extraordinary opportunity for a compassionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking General Pediatrics provider keen to build a busy practice.
Position Summary:
The General Pediatrics program provides outpatient care and acute care consultations for children as part of the Valley Medical Group and Valley-Mount Sinai Children’s Health Service line in northern New Jersey. This provider would the principal provider for our clinic in Wayne, NJ; in partnership with our General Pediatrics team which comprises 2 physicians and 2 APN’s currently covering 3 locations. Educational opportunities include attendance to educational even ts at Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital (Grand Rounds and CME events), participation in our Valley-Mount Sinai Children’s Health yearly symposium and regional/national AAP events. Opportunity is also there for interaction and ability to educate clients, interested community groups, and help support our broader community-based services for families and our pediatric populations. Additionally, there is an opportunity to work with and mentor medical students from the Icahn school of medicine who come to Valley Health System for the core Pediatric Clerkship rotations. Physician in this role will also participate in Department of Pediatrics activities though all our locations, this includes the Kireker Center for Child Development (KCCD) , and participation in Valley Hospital Committee in representation of the Division, as deemed appropriate by the Director and Chair.
Clinical requirements include Board Certification (eligibility) in General Pediatrics, ability to work collaboratively with our Peds Specialty teams and community obstetricians.
In this position, you will be part of a larger multi-specialty group including experienced providers in Endocrinology, Developmental Pediatrics, Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, Food Allergy, Cardiology, and PM&R, all in collaboration with the Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital and the Mount Sinai Health System. Academic appointments at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital are possible based on previous academic ranking and productivity.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation models including a minimum starting salary ranging between $250,000 to $270,000 with generous productivity incentives with an opportunity to grow uncapped
- Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability
- 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans
- Paid holidays and PTO
- CME allowance and dedicated CME time
- Malpractice coverage
- Relocation allowance
- Non-Profit Health System; eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
Qualifications
- MD or DO
- Board eligible or certification in Pediatrics
- Existing or Eligibility for New Jersey Medical License, DEA and CDS required
- Existing or Eligibility for New York Medical License and DEA required
Area Information
- Townships in area among best small cities in America.
- A few great places to live-Ridgewood, Montclair, Glen Rock, Fair Lawn, Tenafly, Ramsey and Saddle River
- 20 miles to New York City
- Nearby beaches, mountains, lakes, and rivers for hiking, kayaking, and fishing
- 4 major airports in the region
- Excellent Private and Public School System
Desired Attributes
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach
- Ability to build long-term relationships with children and families
- Cultural humility and sensitivity to diverse populations
- Collaborative team player
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Adaptability in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Commitment to quality improvement and patient safety
- Professionalism and ethical practice
Job Location
Wayne 1578 Route 23 N
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Benefits
- Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
- Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
- Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
- 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
- Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities



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