ObGyn position at UPMC in Altoona, PA - $425K Salary

Our organization is seeking an Ob/Gyn physician to join our facility in Altoona, PA. Collaborating with a leading women's hospital, we provide exceptional general obstetric and gynecological care through Magee-Womens Specialty Services, with locations in Altoona, Ebensburg, Everett, and Huntingdon. Our specialists deliver a comprehensive array of services tailored to women of all ages, which includes: management of both low- and high-risk pregnancies, midwifery care, gynecological services for teens, contraceptive options such as IUDs and subdermal implants, and minimally invasive treatments for fibroids, tumors, and endometriosis. We offer both pre- and postnatal care at all four Magee-Womens Specialty Services sites, while labor and delivery services are exclusively available at the UPMC Altoona Birth Center. Candidates must possess an MD or equivalent degree, be board-certified or board-eligible in Ob/Gyn, and be eligible to secure an unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license. Sponsorship for J1 and H1B visas is available.

Key Highlights

• Manageable call schedule
• Dynamic practice environment with Ob/Gyns, Advanced Providers, and midwives
• Comprehensive Ob/Gyn services
• Office hours are Monday through Friday
• Clinical academic appointment available
• Utilization of EPIC EMR for outpatient services and Cerner for inpatient care
• Community-focused hospital setting

What We Offer

• Base salary of $425,000
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
• Relocation support
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
• Competitive base salary based on experience, plus incentive bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and pension plans
• 30 days of paid time off (PTO) in addition to holidays

About Our Facility

• Our facility, part of a prominent hospital network, is a 400-bed regional healthcare system serving a six-county area in central Pennsylvania.
• We are a Level II trauma center, a regional oncology center, and a JCAHO-certified stroke center.
• Our services include extensive cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, behavioral health, and a specialized vascular and wound care center. Our medical staff consists of around 400 primary care physicians and specialists.
• We are part of a $23 billion globally recognized healthcare provider and insurer based in Pittsburgh, PA.
• Employing 92,000 individuals, including 4,900 physicians.
• Operating over 40 academic, community, and specialty hospitals.
• Managing more than 800 outpatient sites and doctors' offices.
• We are pioneering innovative models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care.
• Strongly affiliated with a major university.

About the Community

• Situated in the Altoona/Blair County/Central Pennsylvania area.
• Offers a very affordable cost of living.
• Family-friendly community atmosphere.
• Excellent educational institutions.
• Rich cultural offerings, including hiking, biking, paddling, fishing, and skiing at nearby state parks, resorts, and rail trails, along with Big Ten sports and national touring performances.
• Vibrant social scene influenced by the nearby State College, home to Penn State's University Park campus.
• Conveniently located with easy access to larger cities, ranging from 40 minutes to 4.5 hours from major urban centers such as Pittsburgh, State College, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and New York City.
• Endless outdoor and recreational activities available.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion for individuals with disabilities and veterans.