Breast Sonographer
PennState Health
Hershey, PA
5x8 hrs, Flexible
$39-59/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
Summary of Position : The Department of Radiology at the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State University College of Medicine is seeking a full-time subspecialty trained radiologist to serve in the Division of Breast Imaging. This is a non-tenure position and awarded academic rank will be commensurate with experience.
The Department has a strong commitment to serve the clinical, education, and research mission of the University and a collegial and collaborative relationship with the clinical services. The expanding Division of Breast Imaging currently has 7 dedicated breast imaging faculty that cover an academic breast imaging service including screening, diagnostic, and procedural examinations. The academic Breast Imaging Division works collaboratively with the Community Radiology Breast Division to ensure the delivery of high-quality care to all patients in the Penn State Health system. They will join our group of 52 academic faculty and 32 community practice radiologists in a growing academic health system that includes the academic Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center and 4 regional community hospitals.
This position will provide on-site radiology coverage for our academic practice, which includes our East Campus interdisciplinary breast center in Hershey, an outpatient breast imaging clinic in Camp Hill, and the interdisciplinary Lime Spring center in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Comprehensive breast services include digital breast tomosynthesis, breast ultrasound, ABUS, MRI, Savi Scout localizations, and image-guided core biopsy (stereotactic, ultrasound, and MRI). The breast imaging team works collaboratively with breast surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and pathologists to provide multidisciplinary care to our patients as well as outreach programs to increase screening participation in our local community. Breast radiologists do not take overnight or weekend call.
A passion for teaching is essential as the education of our medical students, residents, and staff is a core value of our academic mission. There is opportunity for clinical research through collaboration with our Division of Radiology Innovation and Value Enhancement (DRIVE) dedicated to outcomes research in imaging and diagnostic pathways. Collaboration with the Penn State Cancer Institute and with Penn State University is also available and encouraged. This candidate would join a team and institution supportive of equitable experiences, inclusion acumen, and culture of inclusivity and belonging that embraces the contributions of all team members.
Hershey, PA is a community of 15,000 residents and part of the greater metropolitan Harrisburg area within 2 hours of Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia. Excellent schools, a safe and friendly environment, excellent outdoor sports opportunities and a commute time of 5 – 10 minutes make for a family friendly active life in Central PA.
What We’re Offering :
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including Penn State Tuition Remission.
- Work with highly qualified, friendly colleagues in a supportive health network
- Attractive area to live, work and play
- Support for career development both internally within Penn State and externally in national professional development programs
- Interaction with dynamic clinicians in a collaborative environment
- A team and institution supportive of equitable experiences, inclusion acumen, and culture of inclusivity and belonging that embraces the contributions of all team members
- Department support for a quality work/life balance
What We’re Seeking :
- Medical degree - M.D., D.O. or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited residency program
- Board certification/eligibility in Radiology
- Completion of breast imaging fellowship program (or extensive clinical experience)
- Licensed for the practice of medicine in the State of Pennsylvania
What the Area Offers :
- Welcoming family-oriented lifestyle with a multitude of outdoor activities year-round
- Strong sense of community
- Affordable cost of living. Both suburban and urban. Easy Commute.
- Excellent schools
For additional information, please contact : Anderson Smith at [email protected]
Employer
PennState Health
About Hershey, PA
- The cost of living in Hershey, PA is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may match up with the higher cost of living due to the presence of major companies and institutions in the area.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 22°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Hershey, PA, and can be found with relative ease due to the city's popularity as a tourist destination.
- Hershey, PA is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is recommended for getting around the city and its surrounding areas.
- Hershey, PA has a diverse population with a mix of different age groups.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of flowers and trees in the area.
- The city is also known for its large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the Penn State University College of Medicine.
- Hershey, PA offers a variety of activities including visiting the Hershey Story Museum, exploring the Hershey Gardens, enjoying Hersheypark with its rides and roller coasters, and attending events at Hersheypark Stadium.
- There are also golf courses, museums, and other recreational opportunities.