$510K–$550K Salary, WRVU Model & Bonuses – Oncology Opportunity

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 services—diagnosis, 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 women’s and children’s 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

Jennifer Poggi

In-house Physician Recruiter

jpoggi1@shsny.com

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.