Pediatrics · PGY2 · New York
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Starts 11/01/2026 · Posted 35 days ago
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Open position description
Start Date: On or about November 1, 2026
Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC) is pleased to announce an exciting opening for a PGY-2 Pediatric Resident within our ACGME-accredited Pediatric Residency Program.
For more than 120 years, RUMC has proudly served Staten Island and the greater New York City community as a leading teaching hospital. As a 440+ bed academic medical center, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services while training the next generation of physician leaders.
Why Join RUMC Pediatrics?
✅ Comprehensive clinical experience in:
Inpatient Pediatrics
Newborn Nursery
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Ambulatory Continuity Clinic
✅ Strong faculty mentorship and individualized guidance
✅ Exposure to a diverse and medically complex patient population
✅ Supportive, resident-focused learning environment
✅ Excellent preparation for fellowship training, academic medicine, or community pediatric practice
About Our Program
Our Pediatric Residency Program offers:
A close-knit, collegial culture with strong resident-faculty relationships
Emphasis on evidence-based medicine and clinical excellence
Dedicated focus on resident wellness and professional development
Training in one of New York City’s most vibrant and diverse communities
Convenient access to Manhattan, Brooklyn, and all NYC boroughs
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
Be a current PGY-2 Pediatric Resident in good standing at an ACGME-accredited residency program
Demonstrate strong clinical performance, professionalism, and commitment to pediatric care
Compensation & Benefits
RUMC offers:
Competitive PGY-2 salary and benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
CME allowance
Paid time off
Access to comprehensive wellness resources
Application Materials
Interested candidates should submit:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Brief cover letter
Contact information for Program Director and/or references (if available)
Be part of a supportive academic environment dedicated to clinical excellence, compassionate care, and the development of future pediatric leaders. We look forward to welcoming our newest PGY-2 resident to the RUMC Pediatrics family.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Dori Harasek
Pediatric Program Coordinator
Administrative Assistant to the Chair
Richmond University Medical Center
Staten Island, NY
📧 [email protected]
Residency facts
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Resident salary
PGY-1 $78,200
PGY-2 $84,800
PGY-3 $91,700
Salary paid by nonprofit Yes
Health insurance Institution & Resident Share Cost
Paid leave 84 days
Workload
Avg hours/week (Y1) 75
Longest shift (Y1) 16 hrs
Night float Yes
Moonlighting Not allowed
Residents & selectivity
IMG residents (US + non-US)
100% (2025 survey)
DO 0%
US-MD 0%
Total positions 18
Interviews per spot ~27
Faculty:resident 0.8
Setting Community-based
NRMP main match Yes
Unfilled in the NRMP match 2024
Requirements
Prior US GME No
Step 1 pass required of IMGs Yes
Step 2 CK pass required of IMGs Yes
Recommendation letters 2–4
Required letters Faculty, Standardized
Applies via ERAS Yes
Accepted activity during gaps Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
Program features & benefits
Research rotation Required
Tracks Primary care
Preliminary positions Not offered
Starts July, Negotiable
Applications open 2026-09-22
Interviews begin 2025-11-01
Benefits Free parking, On-call meal allowance, iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
From the AMA's 2025 program survey. Confirm with the program.