JFK MEDICAL CENTER - EDISON - EM PEDS - STAFF PHYSICIAN
Listed compensation
$165-$220/hr
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Job Description
Are you a board-certified or board-eligible pediatric emergency medicine physician looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity? TeamHealth is seeking a dedicated physician to join our highly respected team at JFK University Medical Center in Edison, New Jersey. New graduates are welcome to apply for this opportunity!
As part of the Hackensack Meridian Health network, JFK University Medical Center is affiliated with one of New Jersey's premier healthcare systems. This is an exciting opportunity to practice in a busy, well-supported pediatric emergency department that cares for approximately 20,000 pediatric patients annually while working alongside experienced emergency medicine and pediatric specialists.
Located in the heart of Central New Jersey, Edison offers convenient access to New York City, the Jersey Shore, and Philadelphia, making it an ideal location for physicians seeking both professional growth and an exceptional quality of life.
Why Join Our Team?
- Collaborative and supportive physician group
- Excellent opportunity for both experienced physicians and new graduates
- High-volume peds ED with strong specialty support
- Flexible scheduling and excellent work-life balance
- Access to TeamHealth's national network of clinical and leadership resources
Practice Highlights
- Candidates should be board certified or eligible in: PEM or ABP pediatrics with significant emergency medicine experience
- New pediatric residency graduates are encouraged to apply and may receive additional training prior to practicing independently
- Epic EMR system
- 14 private pediatric emergency department beds
- Approximately 20,000 annual pediatric visits
- 12% admission rate
- 24 hours of physician coverage daily;12-hour shifts
- 10 hours of pediatric advanced practice clinician coverage daily
- 24/7 in-house pediatric hospital medicine team support
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation with an estimated base salary range of $165 to $220 hourly. This opportunity offers the flexibility to choose between employee (W-2) and independent contractor (1099) status. Full-time clinicians are eligible for an excellent comprehensive benefits package to include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
If you're looking to advance your career in a supportive, high-quality PEM environment, apply today and become part of TeamHealth's dynamic team of physician leaders and clinicians.
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City Caption
Historic community with easy access to Staten Island and NYC
City Description
Situated along the Raritan Bay Harbor and Raritan River, Edison, New Jersey, is a growing township, boasting a scenic location, with easy access to exciting metropolitan areas including New Brunswick and Staten Island, New York.
Most famously known as the home of Thomas Edison's Menlo Park Laboratory, where the invention of the light bulb was perfected and sound was first recorded, Edison offers a rich history with plenty of museums and landmarks to explore.
Get outdoors and explore one of the areas many local parks, or enjoy boating and sailing on Raritan Bay and the Raritan River. Escape to Staten Island or New York City for the weekend, where beaches, Broadway, upscale shopping, culinary explorations and more await!
Job Benefits
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage provided
- Relocation assistance available
- CME opportunities through the TeamHealth Institute
- Supportive local pediatric emergency medicine leadership
- Flexible online scheduling designed to promote work-life balance
Key Responsibilities
The staff physician will provide high-quality emergency care to pediatric patients in a busy, high-volume emergency department. Responsibilities include collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of specialists and clinicians to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Requirements
Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Emergency Medicine or Pediatrics with significant emergency medicine experience. New residency graduates are welcome to apply and will receive necessary training.
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Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates JFK MEDICAL CENTER - EDISON - EM PEDS - STAFF PHYSICIAN at Team Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 22,343 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Pediatric Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 33 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 91% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in physician roles | ranked against 22,343 Physician roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $343k–$458k | Physician median $582k (middle half $469k–$676k)19 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$368k in purchasing power | New Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All physician listings in New Jersey | 503 active | 22,316 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 91% no call · 48% no weekends33 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New Jersey physician listings (all specialties): 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 13% offer loan repayment503 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Physician pay trend (all specialties) | −2.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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