Physician Scientist with Expertise in ALS

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location : US : PA : Hershey

Work Type : Full Time

FTE : 1.0

Shift : Day

Hours : Days along with covering inpatient neurology

Recruiter Contact : Please contact Ashley Nippert at anippert@pennstatehealth.psu.edu ( / / %7BRecruiterEmailAddress%7D) for additional information.

What we're offering :

Join a department of 37 full-time physicians, 19 advanced practice providers

Large MDA and Neuromuscular Outpatient Clinics, ALS Center of Excellence, established EMG facilities as part of the Neurophysiology Laboratory with active autonomic testing and neuromuscular ultrasound programs.

Experienced colleagues and collaborative leadership

Participation in medical student, resident and fellow education

Robust research opportunities

Opportunity to provide comprehensive care to our patients, contributing to our mission of improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or full Professor level, dependent on qualifications

Compensation & Benefits :

Competitive salary - guaranteed base salary with opportunity for both productivity and academic bonuses

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision, life, disability and malpractice insurance

20 days of vacation plus paid parental and medical leave

CME - 10 days and allowance

401k match up to 10%

Position Requirements :

M.D., M.D. / Ph.D., D.O., or equivalent degree

BC / BE Neurology with the completion of a Neuromuscular Neurology fellowship

Clinical experience in ALS with strong background in relevant clinical research and / or patient-oriented laboratory research

Ideal candidate will have a track record of successful research funding

Commitment of at least 50% time dedicated to research

Candidates will pursue and acquire external funding while being supported by a generous start-up package

Ability to acquire license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania

Must be able to obtain valid federal and state narcotics certificates

Community :

Excellent public schools with many ranking in the top 20% in the state.

Central PA offers vibrant urban areas surrounded by small-town rural / suburban communities, which afford exceptional cultural opportunities and outdoor activities.

Located within a 2-hour drive to weekend destinations such as the Poconos, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Annapolis, and Baltimore and only a 3-hour drive from New York City and the eastern shore.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below :

Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, Fitness Discounts (Facilities and Peloton), Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling, and PSH OnDemand.

Be Balanced with Paid Holidays, Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave.

Be Secured with Retirement, Life Insurance, Malpractice Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.

Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.

Be Supported with Relocation Assistance (if eligible) , Continuing Medical Education (CME), assistance provided by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, Business Employee Resource Groups, and Virtual Benefits Orientation.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Position Physician Scientist with Expertise in ALS

Location US : PA : Hershey | Physician | Full Time

Req ID 19052