Adolescent Medicine Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Invest in Your Future and Theirs:

Full-time employees at our organization benefit from a 75% tuition discount at Penn State for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

We are currently seeking a BC/BE full-time Adolescent Medicine Physician to join the Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital Division of Adolescent Medicine.

• Collaborate with a team of 4 fellowship-trained pediatricians in Adolescent Medicine, along with 2 nurse practitioners and various subspecialists.
• Engage in a multidisciplinary clinical practice focused on pre-teens, teenagers, and young adults facing adolescent medicine disorders.
• Participate in divisional clinical activities that address complex medical and psychosocial issues, including eating disorders, weight management, substance abuse, adolescent gynecology, and reproductive health for both genders.
• Fulfill clinical duties that encompass outpatient care and consultations in inpatient settings.
• Opportunities to educate medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Engage in clinical research and quality improvement projects.
• Academic rank will be determined based on experience.
• As part of the academic division, you will have numerous chances to initiate and engage in scholarly projects.
• Unique opportunity to join our institution's Junior Faculty Development program, designed to support junior faculty in developing projects that can lead to a rewarding academic career.

• MD, D.O., or an equivalent foreign degree.
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatrics.
• Preferred Board Certified/Board Eligible in Adolescent Medicine.
• Ability to obtain a license to practice in Pennsylvania.
• A strong dedication to patient care, education of medical students and residents, and involvement in research and scholarly activities is essential.

• A highly competitive compensation package with a guaranteed salary.
• Comprehensive benefits, including relocation assistance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and malpractice insurance.
• Generous vacation time, paid parental leave, and medical leave.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and time off.
• Discounts on Peloton, access to on-site fitness centers, and various wellness benefits.
• Tuition discounts for employees and their dependents at Penn State University.

• The region boasts excellent public schools, many of which rank among the top 100 in the state.
• Central Pennsylvania features vibrant urban areas surrounded by charming rural and suburban communities, offering rich cultural experiences such as the Harrisburg Symphony, museums, farmers markets, and fine dining.
• Outdoor enthusiasts will find abundant opportunities for hiking along the Appalachian Trail, biking, boating on the Susquehanna River, skiing, and hunting in nearby state game lands.
• Conveniently located within a short train ride or drive to major cities like New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Baltimore.

We are a multi-hospital health system serving patients across 29 counties in central Pennsylvania, employing over 18,000 individuals.

The system includes various facilities such as a medical center, children's hospital, and cancer institute, along with numerous outpatient practices and healthcare providers.

In 2017, we partnered with a major health organization to create a value-based community care network in the region.

We share an integrated strategic plan and operations with a prominent medical school, which has a significant portfolio of funded research and a diverse student body.

Why Join Us?

Our organization provides exceptional opportunities for professional growth, exposure to a diverse patient population, and the chance to deliver individualized, innovative, and specialized care to the community.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Be Well: Employee wellness programs, fitness discounts, and concierge services for scheduling.
• Be Balanced: Paid holidays, time off, and parental leave.
• Be Secured: Retirement plans, life insurance, malpractice insurance, and identity theft protection.
• Be Rewarded: Competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, and recognition programs.
• Be Supported: Relocation assistance (if eligible), CME opportunities, and resources for employee development.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. With state-of-the-art equipment, continuous learning opportunities, and a culture of excellence, our organization thrives because of you.

This job description serves as a general overview of the responsibilities associated with the position and is not intended to encompass all duties performed. Eligibility for shift differential pay is based on company policy or union agreements. All candidates selected for this role will undergo a background check relevant to the responsibilities of the position.