Non- Invasive Cardiologist- UPMC Altoona PA Becomes First HeartCARE Center in the UPMC System!

UPMC Altoona, PA: First HeartCARE Center in the UPMC Network

Opportunity Overview:

• Become part of a cardiology team consisting of 2 interventional cardiologists, 1 non-invasive cardiologist, 2 electrophysiologists, and 1 heart failure expert.
• This established clinic boasts a robust patient base.
• The practice is supported by 4 Physician Assistants and 2 Nurse Practitioners.
• Located just 1.5 miles from the UPMC Altoona hospital.
• Additional clinic hours will be available at the nearby UPMC Bedford hospital.
• The Altoona clinic features a comprehensive pacemaker program.
• Enjoy a balanced mix of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, with a work schedule from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
• The on-call rotation is 1:5.
• Candidates must be board certified or board eligible if they are recent graduates.

About the Cardiology Department:

The team in Altoona includes a vascular and cardiothoracic surgeon, both affiliated with UPMC's Heart & Vascular Institute.

The hospital's catheterization lab has served over 3,000 patients and introduced TAVR and Watchman procedures in 2019.

Compensation Package:

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that includes an initial income guarantee, a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, an annual CME allowance and days, paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, retirement benefits, and occurrence-based malpractice coverage.

The Health System:

UPMC Altoona is part of a prestigious network that includes over 40 hospitals, 90,000 employees, 700 physician offices, and a 3.4 million-member insurance services division.

This facility is a 400-bed tertiary care hospital with more than 400 practicing physicians, serving a 6-county area in central Pennsylvania. It features an accredited level 3 trauma center, stroke center, chest pain center, and a regional center for oncology, cardiology, and cardiac and vascular surgery.

Altoona Regional Health Services (ARHS) encompasses a large practice with over 100 physicians and more than 75 Advanced Practice Providers, offering specialties such as cardiology, medical oncology, neurology, pulmonology, dermatology, internal medicine, family practice, urology, ENT, and plastic surgery.

The Community:

Altoona is a charming city nestled among mountains in central Pennsylvania, conveniently located within a 2 to 5-hour drive from five major metropolitan areas in the northeast. The region provides a welcoming and uncomplicated lifestyle, rich in cultural and recreational activities, making it an ideal place for families to thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, paddling, fishing, and skiing at nearby state parks, resorts, and rail trails. The vibrant social scene, Big Ten sports, and national touring performances in neighboring State College, home to Penn State's University Park campus, are additional highlights of the area.