Practice as a Pathologist at UPMC in Altoona, PA
Job Description
Our organization is seeking to hire two community Pathologists for a hospital located in Altoona, Pennsylvania. While fellowship training in Cytopathology is preferred, it is not a mandatory requirement. Candidates must hold AP/CP ABMS Board Certification or be Board Eligible.
Position Highlights- UPMC Altoona handles a surgical pathology workload exceeding 13,000 surgical cases and 3,000 non-gynecological cytopathology specimens annually.
- Join a dedicated team of two pathologists.
- Access to specialty pathology consultations and services from academic core pathology resources at UPMC in Pittsburgh.
- Night and weekend on-call duties are shared equally among the team.
- Specialty pathology services offer expertise across various domains, including advanced immunohistochemistry, imaging, and molecular Anatomic pathology.
- Visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates.
- A competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance, medical malpractice coverage, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
- Employer sponsorship for visa and permanent residency applications.
- Six weeks of paid time off.
- Relocation assistance.
- Opportunity for a Clinical Academic appointment.
- A Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance of $4,110.
- Coverage for Pennsylvania licensure fees and one to two professional memberships.
UPMC Altoona Hospital and the UPMC Altoona Regional Health System cater to a primary service area that includes six counties in central Pennsylvania, serving a patient population of approximately 350,000. The secondary and tertiary service areas for trauma and stroke services extend across 18 counties, encompassing a total population of around 1,000,000.
UPMC Altoona is recognized as a Level 2 trauma center accredited by the PA Trauma Systems Foundation, and it serves as a regional hub for cardiology, cardiac and vascular surgery, as well as cancer treatment. The facility also provides endovascular neurology/neuro-intervention, neurosurgery, behavioral health services, vascular and wound care, obstetric care, and pediatric services. Additionally, it is a JCAHO-accredited Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center.
As part of the UPMC health system, which is affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh, we are a $23 billion healthcare provider and insurer employing 92,000 individuals, including 4,900 physicians. Our network includes over 40 academic, community, and specialty hospitals, along with more than 800 outpatient sites. We are committed to innovation in developing accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care, and we host numerous renowned centers of excellence in various medical fields.
About the CommunityThe Altoona/Blair County/Central Pennsylvania area is a family-friendly community that boasts excellent educational institutions, numerous colleges, and a wide array of recreational and cultural activities. This progressive region offers a comfortable lifestyle with minimal traffic congestion, allowing children to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment. UPMC Altoona is a key healthcare provider in this area.
- Location: Altoona - South Central Pennsylvania.
- Population of the Altoona Metro Area: 130,000.
- Access to excellent schools and nearby colleges, including Penn State University, Penn State Altoona, St. Francis University, Mt. Aloysius College, Juniata College, and the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown.
- Cultural offerings include the Altoona Symphony Orchestra, Historic Mishler Theater, and the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art.
- Recreational opportunities abound at Raystown Lake, Blue Knob Ski Resort, and various state parks, along with local sports teams like the Altoona Curve, an AA affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
- Proximity to major cities such as Pittsburgh, Baltimore, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and New York City.
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