APP Fellowship in Otolaryngology at Penn State Health

Wapa; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Wellness Programs

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement plans and Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center is offering an Advanced Practice Fellowship in Otolaryngology starting Fall 2025. This program is designed for recently graduated Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to develop clinical skills in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Fellows will gain hands-on experience while working alongside experienced professionals, with training divided into multiple subspecialties of otolaryngology. The deadline for applications is 3/1/2026, and candidates must have BLS certification and hold a relevant graduate degree.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated by May 2026 or prior for fellowship eligibility.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a multi-disciplinary healthcare approach for patient care.
• Develop skills in otolaryngology procedural techniques.
• Work in a fast-paced academic medical setting.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Clinical proficiency in otolaryngology

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Nursing or equivalent

National Certification

Job description

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Day
Shift Differential: Exempt: Yes
Hours: 8:00a - 4:30p
Minimum Hourly Rate: $41.66
Recruiter Contact: Kristen Brannen ([e-mail]) for additional information.

Summary of Position

The Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Advanced Practice Fellowship is a post graduate otolaryngology fellowship that will educate highly qualified graduate nurse practitioners and physician assistants to become skilled, compassionate and efficient otolaryngology providers. Fellows will acquire enhanced clinical proficiencies through didactics and patient care which cultivate enhanced technique and expertise in a fast‑paced academic 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 curriculum will be divided into four blocks of 3‑month duration focusing on various areas of general otolaryngology as well as dedicated time focusing on advanced subspecialized otolaryngology: otology and neurotology, pediatrics, laryngology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and head and neck oncology and surgery. Fellows will develop skill set for otolaryngology procedural skills, for example, flexible laryngoscopy, otomicroscopy, epistaxis control, and biopsies.

APP will start Fall 2025. Applicants must have graduated by May 2026 or any year prior in order to be eligible for this year’s program. The posting will close 3/1/2026. 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 or 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

Benefits

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

EEO Statement

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