Pediatrician

Sun River Health; Town of Southampton (NY); On-site; USD 112,890 - 127,534; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees

Eligibility for loan repayment programs

Job summary

Sun River Health is seeking a part-time Pediatrician for our Southampton location, with responsibilities in Shirley and Patchogue. The ideal candidate will have a Doctorate Degree, a valid NY medical license, and 2-4 years of related experience. This role includes performing exams, prescribing treatments, and participating in quality improvement activities. We offer competitive salary packages and professional development opportunities.

The position is structured for 3 days a week in Southampton and involves collaboration to maintain high-quality standards.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge necessary for practice in health care centers.
• Strong focus on preventive health education.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and prescribe treatment.
• Provide after-hours hospital coverage.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Supervise clinical activities and documentation.
• Coordinate tests, referrals, and care.

Skills

Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures

Competence in delivering healthcare

Ability to collaborate with Health Center members

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

Doctorate Degree – M.D. or D.O.

Valid New York State medical license

Board certified

Job description

Job Description

Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non‑Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. We are seeking a Pediatrician to join our Southampton location and support our Shirley and Patchogue locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Takes histories, performs physical examinations, and prescribes treatment and medication for conditions within the scope of the specialty following evidence‑based standards of care.
• Provides after‑hours and hospital coverage for Health Center patients as contractually obligated.
• Participates in quality improvement activities, including Medical Record Peer Review, performance and procedure audits, outcome audits, and focused reviews.
• Supervises clinical activities and documentation of medical providers in the department, including protocol review, telephone triage, and follow‑up procedures.
• Coordinates tests, referrals, and care of patients outside the Health Center.
• Sets and meets standards for preventive care and diagnostic screening within the specialty; participates in program development to implement these standards.
• Maintains legible and appropriate documentation of medical records.
• Attends provider meetings and collaborates with Health Center staff to maintain high‑quality standards.
• Meets productivity, quality, and patient satisfaction standards.

Schedule

• Southampton – 3 days a week
• Patchogue – 1 day a week
• Shirley – 1 day a week

Minimum Education and Licensure

• Doctorate Degree – M.D. or D.O.
• Valid New York State medical license
• Board certified

Minimum Related Work Experience

2‑4 years

Required Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures that nurse practitioners are trained to perform, necessary for practice in health care centers.
• Competence in delivering health care, including preventive health education.
• Ability to collaborate with other Health Center members to maintain high quality standards and achieve client satisfaction.
• Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish (oral and written).

Job Type

Part time

Salary Range

$112,890.96 – $127,534.68 annualized (part‑time, 21 hrs/week)

$215,030.40 – $242,923.20 annualized (full‑time, 40 hrs/week)

Professional Development and Loan Assistance

• Eligibility for federal and state loan repayment or loan forgiveness programs administered by HRSA and NHSC, with support provided throughout the application process.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees for job‑related coursework at accredited institutions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sun River Health provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual preference, or non‑disqualifying physical or mental handicap.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Applicants and employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, determined case‑by‑case.

Job Responsibilities

The above responsibilities represent the general duties and competencies necessary to perform the essential functions of this role. Sun River Health may modify specific duties with or without notice.