Advanced Practice Provider Fellow - Dermatology

Dermatology Fellowship

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.0 Shift: Day Hours: 8

The Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Advanced Practice Fellowship is a post graduate dermatology fellowship that will educate highly qualified graduate nurse practitioners and physician assistants to become skilled, compassionate and efficient dermatology providers. Fellows will acquire enhanced clinical proficiencies through didactics and patient care which cultivate enhanced technique and expertise in a fast-paced medical setting. This distinguished fellowship fosters a successful transition to practice by way of a multi-disciplinary healthcare approach among a team of accomplished healthcare providers and collaboration with other specialties.

The Dermatology Fellowship is a 1-year program, which consists of both clinical and formal didactic education that primarily focuses on general medical dermatology. The didactic sessions will include daily 1-hour lecture sessions, monthly Grand Rounds, and an annual dermatology educational conference. Multiple clinical electives will be offered, including varying time spent in pediatric dermatology, complex medical dermatology, and dermatologic surgery.

The selected APP will start Monday, June 28, 2027. Applicants must have graduated in 2026 or any year prior in order to be eligible for this year's program. Nurse Practitioner candidates should have "Family" certification as we care for patients across the lifespan, primarily in an outpatient setting.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Nursing and currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner by State of employment OR Graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant Program or baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure requirements in the State of employment and National Certification in State of employment or in another State with reciprocity and licensure to practice in the State of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one year of work experience as an Advanced Practice Provider.

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, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

Why Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

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.

Union: Non Bargained