Emergency Medicine Physician

UPMC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine physician to join their team at UPMC Altoona and Bedford Hospitals. This role involves providing high-quality emergency care in two well-respected hospitals, both equipped with advanced facilities and support staff. With a focus on patient safety and quality care, you will be part of a collaborative team in a dynamic environment. The hospitals are recognized for their excellence in various specialties, making this an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes in a thriving community.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must be board-eligible or board-certified in Emergency Medicine.
• Experience in a Level III Trauma Center is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care at UPMC Altoona and Bedford Hospitals.
• Collaborate with Advanced Providers for optimal patient safety.

Skills

Emergency Medicine

Patient Safety

Advanced Provider Support

Education

Board Certification in Emergency Medicine

Medical Degree

Job description

Join a team focused on quality and patient safety at UPMC Altoona and Bedford Hospitals. Our Emergency Medicine department is seeking an Emergency Medicine physician to share shifts at both hospitals. Both hospitals are staffed with additional Advanced Provider support (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) coverage daily. Qualified candidates will be board-eligible, or board-certified in Emergency Medicine.

About UPMC Altoona:

• 400-bed hospital serving 50,000 ED patients a year
• Level III Trauma Center
• Accredited HeartCARE center, cardiac cath lab & chest pain center
• Accredited breast imaging center of excellence
• Thrombectomy capable stroke center
• Type 2 diabetes honor roll
• Lung cancer screening center
• Stroke honor roll and stroke Gold Plus award recipient

About UPMC Bedford:

• 40-bed hospital serving 18,000 ED patients a year
• Fully accredited by the Joint Commission
• Leapfrog A grade for hospital safety recipient every year since 2018
• Joint Commission accredited acute stroke ready hospital
• ACR designated lung cancer screening center
• CAP accredited lab

Nearest Major Cities:

• Pittsburgh: 2 hrs
• Baltimore/Washington DC: 3 hrs
• Philadelphia: 4 hrs
• New York City: 5 hrs

Local air and train service available.