Faculty
PennState Health
State College, PA
5x8 hrs, Flexible
$19-29/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftFlexible
Pay
Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Life insurance
- Discount program
Qualifications
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Family and Community Medicine
Academic Core Faculty Physician
Penn State Health – State College, Pa.
At Penn State Health-State College, our culture is focused on our core values – respect, integrity, teamwork and excellence ! This is part of everything that we do, and is part of everything that we are. Being inspired means we value one another as members of a team that is committed to compassionate, excellent service and care for our patients, our community, and each other. A position with our team is more than just a job - it is a representation of the best in healthcare professionals.
Penn State Health-State College is currently seeking a full time BC/BE core faculty physician for our Family and Community Medicine residency program located in beautiful State College, Centre County, PA (better known as Happy Valley) – home to Penn State University’s main campus. This position is outpatient with regularly scheduled inpatient time as part of the team of inpatient faculty.
Our Family and Community Medicine program strives to provide and train residents to learn time-sensitive acute and chronic primary care that is comprehensive, compassionate, coordinated and high-quality. We provide a safe, cost-effective environment that is patient-centered for the communities we serve.
The selected applicant will join our regional team of more than 50 providers located throughout seven regional practice sites. Our facilities offer a clean, friendly, fast-paced, and busy clinical environment to work amongst a collaborative care team, to include multiple specialty service lines. Our primary regional purpose is to support the healthcare needs of Penn State University covered lives and their dependents. However, as we continue to grow, our reach extends far into the local rural communities as well.
Centre County, Pennsylvania area is filled with history and is a great place to live, work, play, and learn. A thriving college town, State College is a destination for sports, concerts, performing arts, and seasonal festivals. It is centrally located with short distances from major cities like Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, New York City, and Washington DC. Our regional airport provides multiple daily trips to Philadelphia, Chicago, Newark, Detroit, and Washington, DC.
Job Requirements
- Medical degree - M.D., D.O. or foreign equivalent and unrestricted PA medical license
- Completion of an accredited Family Medicine Residency program
- Board certification/eligibility in Family Medicine
- Experience in an academic setting preferred
- Ability to enhance and lead resident wellness and behavioral health curriculum
Employer
PennState Health
About State College, PA
- Slightly lower than the national average, making it relatively affordable.
- Wages may be slightly lower to match the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 80-85°F and winter lows of 20-25°F.
- Short term rentals are available, and options can be found relatively easily, especially during non-peak times.
- Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population due to the university, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies.
- State College is home to a large population of travel nurses due to the university and healthcare facilities.
- Numerous restaurants offering local fare, vibrant art and music scene, support for various sports due to the university, and abundant outdoor activities with nearby parks and mountains.