Pediatrician
Listed compensation
$260k-$280k
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Job Description
Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is currently seeking Board Eligible/Certified Pediatrician to join our established team of Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers. MVHS is located in Utica, New York- the central part of the state.
MVHS is dedicated to supporting our Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers enabling them to deliver premier healthcare to our region, while keeping patients at the focus of all we do.
This position is a full time employed position at our Children’s Health Center and includes a traditional outpatient practice, with 35 patient contact hours and 5 hours of admin time per week. Positon/Community Highlights
Position Highlights
- Competitive Salary with Incentives
- Excellent Benefits; Including Health, Vision, Dental & 401K
- Work/Life Balance
- PTO & CME time/allowance
- Academic Institution with Commitment to Teaching
- Diverse Patient Population
- Outpatient Only
- OB and Specialty Support
- Reasonable Call Schedule
Community Highlights
- Affordable cost of living
- Excellent housing market
- Family-friendly neighborhoods
- Outstanding public and private schools
- Diverse dining and cultural experiences
- Revitalized downtown districts
- Easy access to Boston, New York City, and Canada
- Close proximity to the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains
- Four-season recreation including hiking, skiing, boating, fishing, camping, and cycling
- Education/Experience Requirements
Required
Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) and successful completion of a residency and internship.
Experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty.
- Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
- Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
- Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
- Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
- Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
- Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
- Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Licensure/Certification Requirements
REQUIRED:
Current NYS Certification/Licensure
Federal DEA Certification
Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty, Medical Specialty License or Certification if applicable
Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
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- Pay Range $260,000 - $280,000
Key Responsibilities
The pediatrician will provide comprehensive outpatient medical care to a diverse patient population at the Children’s Health Center. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating patients, supervising clinical staff, and participating in teaching initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) and have successfully completed a residency program. A valid New York State medical license and Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatrician at Mohawk Valley Health System a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics — ranked against 699 active Pediatrics listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Pediatrics — Physician Career Context
Of the 40 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 78% have no call, 23% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 15.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$270k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $250k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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