Staff Physician - Pediatric Endocrinology

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount for employees and/de

Relocation assistance

CME time and funds

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA, is recruiting a Pediatric Endocrinologist to join the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes.

The division currently comprises seven physicians with extensive nursing and education support, offering outpatient endocrine and diabetes clinics, occasional inpatient consults, teaching opportunities for trainees and students, and potential to develop subspecialty clinics.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Endocrinologist.
• M.D., D.O., or equivalent international degree.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Pennsylvania.
• Interest in clinical research is encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

• Primarily outpatient care in endocrine and diabetes clinics.
• Inpatient consult service responsibilities approximately 8–10 weeks per year.
• Teaching opportunities with trainees and students.
• Shared call schedule among physicians, supported by a strong triage system.

Education

MD, DO, or equivalent international degree

Job description

Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type:Full Time
FTE:1.0
Shift:Varied
Hours:Varied

Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital Division of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes is recruiting a Pediatric Endocrinologist to join our vibrant and engaging Department of Pediatrics.

The Division has experienced consistent growth over the past five years and is expected to continue expanding as we advance excellence in clinical care, education, and research.

Position Highlights:

• A growing Division, currently comprised of 7 physicians (5 full-time)
• 2 Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners (CRNPs)
• Comprehensive ancillary support including dedicated administrative staff, 4 full-time diabetes nurse educators, 2 endocrine nurses, 2 dietitians, and 1 social worker
• On-site Infusion Center within the Children’s Hospital for endocrine stimulation testing
• Newly constructed outpatient clinic facility
• Primarily outpatient care in endocrine and diabetes clinics
• Inpatient consult service responsibilities approximately 8–10 weeks per year
• Teaching opportunities with trainees and students
• Shared call schedule among physicians, supported by a strong triage system

What we are seeking:

• Board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Endocrinologist
• M.D., D.O., or equivalent international degree
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Pennsylvania
• Interest in clinical research is encouraged but not required

What we are offering:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Sign on bonus and relocation assistance
• CME time and funds
• Participation in a highly respected and effective Junior Faculty Development Program (JFDP)
• Penn State University tuition discount for employees and dependents
• Potential to develop subspecialty clinics in your area of interest
• Proximity to all of the cultural and historical sites of the northeastern US as well as to numerous outdoor venues for hiking, skiing, biking and kayaking
• Opportunity to live in “the sweetest place on earth” with great public schools, safe neighborhoods and short commutes to work - perfect for families with children

Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across 29 counties in central Pennsylvania. It employs more than 18,000 people systemwide.

The system includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital and Penn State Cancer Institute based in Hershey, Pa.; Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center in Enola, Pa.; Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill, Pa.; Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center in Lancaster, Pa.; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, Pa.; Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute, an 89-bed psychiatric hospital in Harrisburg, Pa., and 2,450+ physicians and direct care providers at 225 outpatient practices. Additionally, the system jointly operates various healthcare providers, including Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center and Hershey Endoscopy Center.

In 2017, Penn State Health partnered with Highmark Health to facilitate creation of a value-based, community care network in the region.

Penn State Health shares an integrated strategic plan and operations with Penn State College of Medicine, the University’s medical school. With campuses in State College and Hershey, Pa., the College of Medicine boasts a portfolio of more than $150 million in funded research and more than 1,700 students and trainees in medicine, nursing, other health professions and biomedical research.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, Fitness Discounts (Facilities and Peloton), Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling, and PSH OnDemand.
• Be Balanced with Paid Holidays, Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Life Insurance, Malpractice Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported with Relocation Assistance(if eligible), Continuing Medical Education (CME), assistance provided by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, Business Employee Resource Groups, and Virtual Benefits Orientation.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand 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.