Practice General Radiology at UPMC in Altoona, PA - Full and part time positions

Our organization in Altoona, PA is on the lookout for a General Radiologist to become part of our esteemed healthcare system. The ideal candidate should have completed a residency in general radiology, possess an MD or equivalent degree, and be board-certified or board-eligible in Radiology, with the capability to secure an unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license.

Position Overview

• Flexible work schedule options
• Collaborate with a team of 19 Radiologists, including 6 specialists in Neuroradiology/MSK/Body Imaging, 2 Mammographers (one part-time), 2 Interventional Radiologists, and 2 Nuclear Medicine/PET Radiologists, along with physician extenders and nursing staff
• Opportunity for an academic appointment if desired
• Enjoy living in a vibrant community while benefiting from UPMC's teleradiology support. Our Radiology Department is among the largest academic departments nationwide, featuring over 184 Radiologists, 31 research faculty, and 67 residents and fellows
• Visa sponsorship available
• Utilize Phillips iSite and Powerscribe, transitioning to Phillips Vue PACS. Cerner serves as the inpatient EMR, while EPIC will be implemented for outpatient services by fall 2025

What We Provide

• Base salary of $600K with potential earnings exceeding $700K
• Productivity incentives with quarterly payments based on performance
• Sign-on bonus offered
• Relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and pension plans
• Possibility to earn substantial additional income
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
• Work in a busy community hospital environment
• Employment through UPMC Altoona Regional Health System

About UPMC Altoona and Our Organization

• Part of a network of over 40 hospitals under the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
• Regional tertiary healthcare system with 400 beds serving central Pennsylvania
• Joint Commission certified thrombectomy-capable stroke center providing 24/7 care, along with a distinguished interventional neurology program
• Other key services include a Level III Trauma Center, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, UPMC Heart & Vascular Institute, and UPMC Magee Women's Hospital
• Medical staff includes 400 primary care and specialty credentialed physicians
• Achieved an 'A' patient safety grade in Leapfrog's latest hospital safety survey
• Rated as a 4-star quality hospital by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
• Recipient of the HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence award from the American College of Cardiology
• UPMC is a $23 billion globally recognized healthcare provider and insurer
• Employs 92,000 individuals, including 4,900 physicians
• Operates over 40 academic, community, and specialty hospitals
• Maintains more than 800 outpatient sites and doctors' offices
• Innovating new models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care
• Strong affiliation with the University of Pittsburgh

About the Community

• Choose to reside in the Altoona/Hollidaysburg area or State College, home to Penn State University's main campus. Both locations offer safe and enriching environments conducive to a healthy work/life balance
• Located in the Altoona/Blair County/Central Pennsylvania region
• Affordable cost of living
• Excellent educational institutions
• Rich cultural offerings, including theater, symphony, minor league baseball, historical transportation sites, festivals, Big Ten sports, and national touring performances
• Conveniently situated with easy access to larger cities, ranging from 40 minutes to 4.5 hours from major urban centers like Pittsburgh, State College, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and New York City
• Outdoor activities abound, including mountains for climbing and skiing, rivers and lakes for paddling and fishing, biking trails, and numerous golf courses, tennis, and pickleball courts
• Everything you need is within a 15-minute drive—no rush hour traffic or parking fees