Medical Oncologist/Hematologist - Altoona, PA- Visa sponsorship available- Competitive Salary

Description

Join a growing program in the world renowned UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC Altoona!

UPMC Altoona is currently seeking a Medical Oncologist/Hematologist to join our UPMC Hillman Cancer Team! We are seeking physicians with excellent clinical skills, interested in delivering high quality care and participating in numerous clinical trials available throughout the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center network. Successful candidates should have or be able to obtain a Pennsylvania medical license and be board certified/board eligible in Medical Oncology and/or Hematology. Candidates requiring a J-1 visa waiver or H-1B sponsorship following a J-1 waiver are welcome to apply. Salary and benefits are highly competitive and commensurate with experience.

The candidate will join as the fourth physician in a busy medical oncology practice in a spacious, new center on the UPMC Altoona hospital campus, offering the latest medical oncology treatments and clinical trials. Physicians in the practice are well supported as part of an integrated, physician-led network of clinicians. Work with an experienced team of medical oncologists/hematologists, advance practice providers, specialized oncology nurses, lab, pharmacy and support staff. Enjoy unprecedented growth in a practice that includes outpatient and inpatient medical consults, chemotherapy, lab and supportive therapy visits. Care is provided in the clinic and hospital Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm. On-call coverage is shared between physician colleagues.

What we Offer:

· Competitive base salary commensurate with experience plus a generous incentive program

· Sign-on bonus

· Paid relocation expenses

· Outstanding benefit package including family health, dental, vision, pension, and life & disability insurance

· Occurrence-based malpractice insurance

· Generous PTO and CME allowance

About Our Community

Altoona is a small city surrounded by mountains in central Pennsylvania, with several major northeast metropolitan areas within a 2-4-hour drive, including Pittsburgh, Washington DC, Baltimore and Philadelphia. The region offers a friendly and uncomplicated way of life filled with cultural and recreational opportunities, where children can grow up in a safe and enriching community. Hiking, biking, paddling, fishing and skiing are popular at nearby state parks, resorts and rail trails. The historic Omni Bedford Springs resort is a short drive from Altoona. Big10 sports, national touring performing artists, and an active social scene are among the highlights of neighboring State College, home to Penn State's University Park campus. With affordable living, a welcoming community, and easy access to Pittsburgh and surrounding cities, Altoona is an ideal place to live, work and grow your career.

About University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)

UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education.

Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania.

Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas.

UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. UPMC is committed to advancing diversity through programs that promote inclusion, such as Employee Resource Groups and other initiatives to support a diverse workforce. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.