Neurologist

Company: UPMC
Location: Altoona
Posted on: March 13, 2023

Job Description:

Across UPMC, our guiding principle is to always prioritize the safety of our employees, patients, and members. UPMC believes that vaccination is important, helps protect all, and advocates that everyone who can be vaccinated should be vaccinated. Search Our Jobs UPMC Altoona is recruiting a Neurology physician for their hospital in Altoona, PA. Join a group of three Neurologists, three Advanced Providers and two Neurohospitalists. Must have an MD or equivalent, be board eligible or board certified in Neurology with the ability to obtain an unrestricted PA license. J1 and H1B visa sponsorship available. Opportunity Details

• No Call
• Clinical academic appointment
• See an average of 15-20 patients/day
• Current providers read EEGs and EMGs
• EPIC EMR for outpatient and Cerner for inpatient
• Ability to build and grow a subspecialty
• Ability to have autonomy and decision making with a supportive and collaborative group What we Offer
  • Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
  • Outstanding benefit package including health, dental, vision and pension About UPMC Altoona and UPMC
    • UPMC Altoona (part of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center hospital network) is a 400-bed regional health care system providing care to residents of a six-county service area in central Pennsylvania.
    • UPMC Altoona is a level ll trauma center, regional oncology center, and a JCAHO-certified stroke center with 24/7 care and a renowned interventional Neurology program
    • UPMC Altoona provides comprehensive cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, behavioral health and a vascular and wound care center. The Health System's medical staff is comprised of approximately 400 primary care physicians and specialists.
    • UPMC is a $23 billion world-renowned health care provider and insurer
    • Over 40 academic, community and specialty hospitals
    • Over 800 doctors' offices and outpatient sites
    • UPMC is inventing new models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care
    • Closely affiliated with University of Pittsburgh, ranked among the top 10 recipients of National Institutes of Health research funding since 1998 About the Community
      • Located in the Altoona/Blair County/Central Pennsylvania region
      • Very reasonable cost of living
      • Family-oriented community
      • Abundant cultural amenities including hiking, biking, paddling, fishing and skiing at nearby state parks, resorts and rail trails, Big10 sports, national touring performing artists
      • Active social scene from neighboring State College, home to Penn State's University Park campus.
      • Centrally located with easy access to larger, neighboring cities. -Between 40 minutes to 4.5 hours to major cities including Pittsburgh, State College, Philadelphia, DC, and NYC.
      • Unlimited outdoor and recreational opportunities Qualifications
        • Licensure, Certifications and Clearances:
        • Board Certified or Eligible in Neurology
        • BLS, ACLS Certified
        • Must qualify for a medical license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
        • Act 33, 34, 73UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/VeteranIndividuals hired into this role must comply with UPMC's COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning employment with UPMC. Refer to the COVID-19 Vaccination Information section at the top of this page to learn more.Total RewardsMore than just competitive pay and benefits, UPMC's Total Rewards package cares for you in all areas of life - because we believe that you're at your best when receiving the support you need: professional, personal, financial, and more.Our ValuesAt UPMC, we're driven by shared values that guide our work and keep us accountable to one another. Our Values of Quality & Safety , Dignity & Respect , Caring & Listening , Responsibility & Integrity , Excellence & Innovation play a vital role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community. Ready to join us? Apply today. Current UPMC employees must apply in HR Direct We are aware of scams targeting UPMC and other large companies that involve individuals posing as employees to illegitimately conduct interviews and extend false employment offers and payments to gain access to candidates' personal information. Please note that UPMC will not communicate with candidates through third-party email services like Gmail or Yahoo. While some interviews may take place via a video conferencing service, UPMC Talent Acquisition will not conduct interviews via Skype or Google Hangouts. UPMC will never ask for or disburse funds during the recruitment process. If you are hired into a role with a sign-on bonus or similar incentive, funds will be paid to you by UPMC after your start date.

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