Shape the Future of Age-Friendly Care with Rochester Regional Health-Geriatric Primary Care Physician
Listed compensation
$250k-$275k
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Job Description
Rochester Regional Health is seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and mission-driven Geriatric Medicine physician to join our nationally recognized Unity Geriatric Associates team in Rochester, New York. This is an exceptional opportunity for a Board-Certified Internal Medicine or Family Medicine physician with fellowship training in Geriatrics who is passionate about caring for older adults across the continuum of care.
Join one of the region’s most respected geriatric programs and become part of an organization recognized as an “Age-Friendly Health System” by the John A. Hartford Foundation.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- At Unity Geriatric Associates, you will work alongside an experienced and highly collaborative team of 11 physicians and more than 30 Advanced Practice Providers dedicated to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care for older adults.
- This role offers the unique opportunity to practice across multiple care settings, including:
- Outpatient office-based geriatrics
- Inpatient hospital consultative care
- Skilled nursing facility coverage
Assisted Living and Long-term Care Settings
You’ll have the ability to build meaningful longitudinal relationships with patients and families while working within a fully integrated health system designed to support coordinated, high-quality geriatric care.
Academic & Leadership Opportunities
- For physicians passionate about teaching and mentorship, this position offers robust academic involvement through collaboration with:
- Geriatric Fellows
- Internal Medicine and Family Medicine Residents
Medical Students
- You’ll play an active role in shaping the next generation of physicians within a dynamic and supportive learning environment.
- Integrated, Innovative Geriatric Care
- As part of Rochester Regional Health, you’ll benefit from:
- A strong referral network across a large integrated health system
- Collaboration with a verified Geriatric Surgical Program recognized by the American College of Surgeons
- Epic EMR across the system for streamlined documentation and continuity of care
- Access to interdisciplinary support teams focused on enhancing outcomes for older adults
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support both your professional and personal goals, including:
- Competitive salary guarantee with productivity and value-based incentives
- Generous sign-on bonus
- Fully supported relocation assistance
- Paid malpractice with tail coverage
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- 403(b) and 457(b) retirement options
- Generous PTO and dedicated CME time and allowance
About Rochester Regional Health
Rochester Regional Health is a nationally recognized integrated health system serving Western and Central New York, the Finger Lakes, and beyond. Our network spans more than 150 care locations and serves over 1.2 million residents across a four-thousand-square-mile region.
Our mission is simple: uplift humanity through care for our community. We are committed to creating healthier communities, advancing innovation in healthcare delivery, and ensuring patients receive exceptional care close to home.
Life in Rochester
- Rochester offers the perfect balance of career opportunity and quality of life. Enjoy:
- Affordable living and family-friendly communities
- Top-rated schools and universities
- A vibrant culinary, arts, and cultural scene
- Access to the Finger Lakes, wineries, and outdoor recreation
- Four-season living with easy access to Toronto, Buffalo, Syracuse, and New York City
Whether you are seeking academic engagement, clinical complexity, leadership growth, or an exceptional lifestyle, Rochester provides the ideal environment to build a rewarding career in Geriatric Medicine.
Education
DO, MD
Licenses / Certifications
Physician - NYS Office of Professions
Physical Requirements
Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning.
Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns.
Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
Pay Range
$250,000.00 - $275,000.00
City
Rochester
Postal CODE
14626
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Key Responsibilities
The physician will provide comprehensive, patient-centered geriatric care across outpatient, inpatient, and long-term care settings. Additionally, the role involves academic engagement through the mentorship and teaching of geriatric fellows, residents, and medical students.
Requirements
Candidates must be Board-Certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with fellowship training in Geriatrics. A valid medical degree (MD or DO) and licensure in New York State are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Primary Care — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 38% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$263k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $243k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in primary care | ranked against 1,356 Primary Care listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$243k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Primary Care listings in New York | 57 active | 1,383 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 4% remote · 38% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New York Physician listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 15% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Primary Care pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Rochester Regional Health | #8 of 20 for pay | Top Employers work-life index |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Shape the Future of Age-Friendly Care with Rochester Regional Health-Geriatric Primary Care Physician at Rochester Regional Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Primary Care — ranked against 1,356 active Primary Care listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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