Orthopaedic Surgery position at UPMC in Altoona, PA

UPMC Altoona Elite Orthopaedics is recruiting an Orthopedic Surgeon with interest and experience in Total Joints to step into a fully established practice with high volume patient base. The practice cares for patients referred from 70+ primary care physicians and the Hospital's emergency and trauma departments. Must have an MD or equivalent, be American BC/BE in Orthopedic Surgery with the ability to obtain an unrestricted PA license. About the Position Join a full-service practice with 5 orthopedic surgeons, 7 Physician Assistants and a non-surgical sports medicine physician Trauma call 1:6 Practice call 1:5 In-office imaging and PACS/EMR system Newly constructed 90,000 sq ft medical office complex Hospital has 12 ORs; Ambulatory Surgery Center had 6 ORs What we Offer Generous salary plus incentive bonus Sign-on bonus PTO, CME time & allowance Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Employer matched retirement program Occurrence-based malpractice insurance, professional dues Relocation allowance About the Community Choose to live in the Altoona/Hollidaysburg/Duncansville area offering safe and enriching environments to enjoy work/life balance. Located in the Altoona/Blair County/West Central Pennsylvania region Very reasonable cost of living Excellent school systems Abundant cultural amenities including theatre, symphony, minor league baseball, transportation history, festivals, Big10 sports and national touring performing artists 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. Mountains to climb and ski, rivers and lakes to paddle and fish, trails and roadways to bike, numerous golf courses, tennis and pickle ball courts - right here! Everything you need within a 15-minute drive - no rush hour traffic, no parking fees #J-18808-Ljbffr AOIA