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Penn State Health Staff Physician - Pediatric Hematology Oncology in Hershey, Pennsylvania
Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Varied
Hours: Varied
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Anderson B. Smith at asmith50@pennstatehealth.psu.edu (MAILTO://asmith50@pennstatehealth.psu.edu) for additional information.
Penn State Health Children’s Hospital Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology is seeking a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist Nocturnist
Join our Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology now! We are committed to excellent clinical care, teaching, and research. Interested applicants send CV and Cover Letter to Anderson Smith, at asmith50@pennstatehealth.psu.edu (MAILTO://asmith50@pennstatehealth.psu.edu)
We are a division of 14 physicians (12 full time) and one psychologist
5 NP/PA’s
A full complement of ancillary staff including excellent administrative support, social workers, dietician/nutritionist, 8 nurse coordinators and 8 clinical research staff.
Our hematology clinical programs include a state - supported sickle cell program, hemophilia treatment center, young women’s bleeding clinic, and hemostasis/thrombosis clinic.
Our clinical oncology programs include expertise in treating leukemia, lymphoma, and solid tumors as well as specialized programs for neurofibromatosis, genetic predisposition syndromes, neuro-oncology, survivorship, and adolescent/young adult (AYA) oncology
Currently, we have one physician dedicated to hemostasis-thrombosis, one physician who directs the sickle cell program, and two physicians who do primarily benign hematology with a focus on iron deficiency and neutropenia.
We have an outpatient clinic connected to the pediatric infusion center in the Penn State Children’s Hospital and outreach clinics in Reading and Lancaster
Our patients our hospitalized in an 18-bed Pediatric Hematology-Oncology unit in the Penn State Children’s Hospital
Our clinical and research efforts are supported by Four Diamonds, the Children’s Miracle Network and the Beat Childhood Cancer Foundation What we’re seeking:
We are seeking someone trained in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology interested in a nocturnist position with possibility of an outpatient clinic as well.
M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent
Ability to acquire a license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania BC/BE
An interest in research would be supported but is not required. Opportunity highlights:
Competitive salary and benefits
Sign on bonus and Relocation assistance
CME time and funds
LTD and Life insurance, and so much more!
Penn State University tuition discount for employees and dependents Area highlights: Our Children’s Hospital is located in Hershey PA near Harrisburg (Our state capital) and is a safe, family-friendly location, with access to excellent public schools. Hershey, PA, our local neighborhoods boast a reasonable cost of living whether you prefer a more suburban setting or thriving city rich in theater, arts, and culture. Known as the home of the Hershey chocolate bar, Hershey's community is rich in history and offers an abundant range of outdoor activities, arts, and diverse experiences. We're conveniently located within a short distance to major cities such as Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, NYC, Baltimore, and Washington DC. We're proud of our community involvement and encourage you to learn more about our organization. About Penn State Health: Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across 29 counties in central Pennsylvania. It employs more than 18,000 people systemwide. The system includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Children’s Hospital and Penn State Cancer Institute based in Hershey, Pa.; Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center in Enola, Pa.; Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill, Pa.; Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center in Lancaster, Pa.; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, Pa.; Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute, an 89-bed psychiatric hospital in Harrisburg, Pa., and 2,450+ physicians and direct care providers at 225 outpatient practices. Additionally, the system jointly operates various healthcare providers, including Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center and Hershey Endoscopy Center. In 2017, Penn State Health partnered with Highmark Health to facilitate creation of a value-based, community care network in the region. Penn State Health shares an integrated strategic plan and operations with Penn State College of Medicine, the University’s medical school. With campuses in State College and Hershey, Pa., the College of Medicine boasts a portfolio of more than $150 million in funded research and more than 1,700 students and trainees in medicine, nursing, other health professions and biomedical research. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities. Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.
Position Staff Physician - Pediatric Hematology Oncology
Location US:PA:Hershey | Physician | Full Time
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