Dermatology

Samaritan Medical Center | Watertown, New York

Immediate patient volume. Exceptional earning potential. Outstanding lifestyle.

Samaritan Medical Center invites a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Dermatologist to join its thriving, hospital-employed dermatology practice in Watertown, New York.

Step into an established patient base and begin building a full practice immediately. You will work alongside an experienced, physician-led team in a modern clinic with strong clinical support, an extensive referral network, and access to hospital resources—all in a beautiful region known for its affordability, natural beauty, and quality of life.

Compensation and benefits

• $660,000 base salary plus WRVU incentives

• $75,000 signing bonus

• $20,000 in annual loan repayment

• $15,000 in relocation assistance

• $3,000 annual CME stipend and five CME days

• 29 days of paid time off

• Comprehensive health, retirement, and pension benefits

• Malpractice coverage with tail

• Support for physicians pursuing Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Practice highlights

• Immediate patient volume with an established regional patient base

• Physician-led dermatology team that includes:

  • Board-Certified Dermatologist and Mohs Surgeon

  • Three dermatology physician assistants

  • Two dermatology nurse practitioners

  • Experienced clinical support staff

• General medical dermatology focus with minimal cosmetic volume

• Modern, well-equipped clinic featuring:

  • Spacious examination and procedure rooms

  • Photodynamic therapy

  • Optional cosmetic services

• Access to the hospital operating room when needed

• Strong referral network from more than 190 physicians across 45 specialties

• Regional catchment area of more than 250,000 residents

• Teaching opportunities through accredited ACGME/AOA residency programs

• Collaboration with an on-site comprehensive cancer center

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Dermatology

• Strong clinical and communication skills

• Patient-centered and team-oriented approach

• Commitment to providing high-quality dermatologic care

About Samaritan Medical Center

Samaritan Medical Center is a financially stable, independent, not-for-profit healthcare system and the largest community-based hospital in Northern New York.

The 290-bed regional referral hospital includes more than 190 physicians representing 45 specialties and serves a regional population of over 250,000 residents. Its services include:

• A comprehensive cancer center affiliated with the Roswell Park Care Network

• A comprehensive Women’s Wellness and Breast Care Clinic

• A dedicated hospital wing for inpatient obstetrics, pediatrics, and pediatric orthopaedic services

• A new cardiac catheterization laboratory currently under construction

Life in Watertown

Watertown offers safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, affordable housing, minimal traffic, and convenient access to year-round recreation. Located approximately 30 minutes from the Canadian border, the area combines welcoming small-town character with access to larger metropolitan destinations.

Situated near the Adirondack Mountains, Lake Ontario, and the world-famous Thousand Islands, residents enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, swimming, hiking, golf, and sightseeing—including visits to the iconic Boldt Castle.

Winter recreation includes skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing throughout the Tug Hill and Adirondack regions, known for some of the best snowfall in the Northeast.

Families benefit from YMCA facilities, youth sports, cultural events, and active community programs. Nearby Fort Drum, home of the U.S. Army’s 10th Mountain Division, contributes to the region’s diversity, economic vitality, and strong sense of community.

Watertown International Airport is approximately 15 minutes away, and Syracuse Hancock International Airport is about one hour south.

Build a rewarding dermatology career with immediate patient demand, exceptional financial potential, and an outstanding Northern New York lifestyle.

Samaritan Medical Center www.samaritanhealth.com in Watertown, New York, is a 290-bed not-for-profit community medical center that offers the most specialized and comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient healthcare services in our region. Our compassionate team of highly qualified healthcare professionals proudly provides services to a population of 250,000.  

Every day, 190 physicians in 42 different specialties along with more than 2,000 support staff at Samaritan Medical Center offer a full spectrum of diagnostic and treatment services for people of all ages. Together, we’re proud to make our patients this promise: to be here whenever and wherever you need us, and to do so with the exceptional care and compassion that you and your family deserve.

Samaritan also serves the soldiers and families of our Fort Drum community.  For over 30 years, the unique relationship between the tri-county area and our military community at Fort Drum has grown strong.  Serving as a model of military-community collaboration, it's shown the true power of respect, friendship and collaboration.  In 2018, a nomination was submitted for the North Country Region to be designated as a Great American Defense Community.

In the fall of 2018 Samaritan opened a newly built cancer center called the "Walker Center for Cancer Care."  The new center provides patients with great care and compassion, along with cutting-edge treatment options. Most recent is the completion of our new Center for Women's Wellness and Breast Care offering comprehensive services in one location from seeing moms-to-be for specialized pregnancy care, to supporting all women with gynecologic and breast services. 

Watertown, itself, is a small city with big city amenities.  Outside city limits, the area opens to large tracts of land offering rural or semi-rural living options.  One can embrace open space, fresh air, pure water, organic living and “Mother Nature at her Best”.  Watertown offers close proximity to Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River – 1000 Islands regions, Adirondack Mountains and showcases an abundance of options for recreational activities.  There is ease of access to urban areas and a 40-minute drive takes one to the Canadian border crossing.  A nearby airport provides American Airline connections via small jet services, as well as opportunity for recreational aviation. The four seasons provide a wide range of diversity for one’s wardrobe as well as a wide range of activities for the outdoor enthusiast.  This is a safe location, with an outstanding educational system, offering affordable housing and concludes that this is a great place for family living. For more area information checkout www.co.jefferson.ny.us/chambers-of-commerce.