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

Job Opportunity: Ob/Gyn Physician

We are seeking an Ob/Gyn physician to join our hospital located in Altoona, PA. In collaboration with our women's health facility, we provide exceptional general obstetric and gynecological care through Magee-Womens Specialty Services, with offices situated in Altoona, Ebensburg, Everett, and Huntingdon. Our team of specialists delivers a comprehensive array of services tailored to women of all ages, which includes:

• Management of both low- and high-risk pregnancies
• Midwifery services
• Teen gynecology
• Birth control options, including IUDs and subdermal implants
• Minimally invasive treatments for fibroids, tumors, and endometriosis

We provide pre- and postnatal care at all four Magee-Womens Specialty Services locations, 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 obtain an unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license. We also offer J1 and H1B visa sponsorship.

Key Highlights

• Reasonable call schedule
• Thriving practice environment with Ob/Gyns, advanced providers, and midwives
• Full spectrum of Ob/Gyn services
• Office hours from Monday to 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 assistance
• 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, in addition to holidays

About Our Hospital

Our facility, part of a prominent medical network, is a 400-bed regional healthcare system serving a six-county area in central Pennsylvania. We are recognized as a level II trauma center, a regional oncology center, and a JCAHO-certified stroke center. Our hospital offers extensive cardiology and cardiovascular surgery services, behavioral health support, and a specialized vascular and wound care center. Our medical staff includes approximately 400 primary care physicians and specialists.

As a $23 billion healthcare provider and insurer based in Pittsburgh, we employ around 92,000 individuals, including 4,900 physicians, and operate over 40 academic, community, and specialty hospitals, along with more than 800 outpatient sites. We are dedicated to developing innovative, accountable, and patient-centered care models and maintain a close affiliation with the University of Pittsburgh.

About the Community

Situated in the Altoona/Blair County/Central Pennsylvania region, our community boasts a reasonable cost of living and is family-oriented with excellent school systems. Residents enjoy a wealth of cultural amenities, including hiking, biking, paddling, fishing, and skiing at nearby state parks and resorts. The area also features Big Ten sports and performances by national touring artists. The vibrant social scene is enhanced by the proximity to State College, home to Penn State's University Park campus.

Our location offers convenient access to larger cities, with travel times ranging from 40 minutes to 4.5 hours to major urban centers such as Pittsburgh, State College, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and New York City. Outdoor and recreational opportunities abound.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.