Urologist

The University of Pittsburgh Department of Urology practice in Altoona, PA is recruiting two full-time urologists to join the practice. This opportunity offers a collegial environment located within the UPMC Altoona hospital, featuring access to advanced surgical technology and a supportive multidisciplinary team. Physicians will enjoy a balanced schedule with minimal call responsibilities while providing comprehensive urologic care to the region. Practice Info Practice clinic is located in UPMC Altoona hospital Currently staffed with 2.5 physicians and 2 advance practice providers Current practice includes general urology, urologic oncology, female urology, robotic surgery MRI fusion biopsy, transperineal prostate biopsy, urodynamics performed in office UPMC Altoona has 12 ORs, a dedicated cystoscopy suite with fixed flouro, and an upgraded Da Vinci XI Robotic Surgical System in the hospital The on-campus Ambulatory Surgery Center has 6 ORs UPMC Altoona is a 400-bed regional health care system providing care to residents of a six-county service area in west central Pennsylvania UPMC Altoona is a level IIl trauma center, regional oncology center, and a Joint Commission-certified stroke center The Health System’s medical staff consists of approximately 400 primary care and specialty physicians Hospital staff includes a 23-physician hospitalist team, a full-service intensivist staff and a team of interventional radiologists Compensation Competitive Base Salary & wRVU bonus Sign-On Bonus Benefits Generous CME allowance and PTO Relocation Reimbursement Occurrence Based Malpractice Insurance Family Health, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability Insurance Employer Matched Retirement Benefits Shift & Schedule Full-time Current call schedule is six weeknights per month, no weekend call Hospitalist service admits patients