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 events 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

Applicants should submit a letter of interest and a CV to Min Hong, Physician Recruitment, Valley Medical Group at mhong3@valleyhealth.com , apply here Valley Health System Careers: General Pediatrics or please call to inquire at 718-290-0278.

About the Mount Sinai Health System

The Mount Sinai Health System is New York City's largest academic medical system, encompassing eight hospitals, a leading medical school, and a vast network of ambulatory practices throughout the greater New York region. Mount Sinai advances medicine and health through unrivaled education and translational research and discovery to deliver care that is the safest, highest-quality, most accessible, and equitable, and the best value of any health system in the nation. The Mount Sinai Hospital is ranked on U.S. News & World Report's "Honor Roll" of the top 20 U.S. hospitals. The Icahn School of Medicine is one of three medical schools that have earned distinction by multiple indicators: ranked in the top 20 by U.S. News & World Report's "Best Medical Schools," aligned with a U.S. News & World Report "Honor Roll" Hospital, and No. 14 in the nation for National Institutes of Health funding. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top twenty globally.

The Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ

Situated less than 15 miles from Manhattan, Paramus is in the heart of Bergen County, one of the most desirable counties in the United States, with excellent schools, numerous recreational and cultural activities.  Its proximity to New York City allows for easy access to everything the city has to offer or live in New York City and enjoy a simple reverse commute. With the opening of our new $975 million, 370 bed acute care hospital on April 14, 2024, The Valley Health System continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing exceptional, world class care to the 1.1 million residents of our catchment area. 

Valley Medical Group

An integral part of Valley Health System, Valley Medical Group is a physician-led and professionally managed group practice dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the people we serve. Valley Medical Group features more than 300 physicians and nearly 200 advanced practice providers in 60 adult and pediatric specialties. We are a well-established Medical Group committed to providing exceptional care to our community. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a large team of experts in the field, and a key provider within a nationally recognized, top-quality, patient-centered network.