Pediatric Hematologist | Children's Hospital

Staff Physician - Pediatric Hematology Oncology

Penn State Health
- Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:

PA:
Hershey

Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Varied
Hours: Varied
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Patty

A. Shipton  for additional information.

Penn State Health Children’s Hospital is recruiting a Pediatric Hematologist to join our growing team in the Division of Pediatric Hematology Oncology. This physician will provide comprehensive, team-focused care and collaborate closely with colleagues across specialties to ensure the highest quality outcomes for patients. The ideal candidate will be committed to excellence in clinical care, education, and may have interest in contributing to clinical research and trials to advance the field.

Duties will include inpatient consultation, outpatient consultation, outpatient clinics, and inpatient service.

This is a non-tenure track position at the Assistant to Full Professor academic rank, commensurate with the applicant’s experience and accomplishments.

• BC/BE in Pediatrics and Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in managing children and adolescents with hematologic conditions
• Experience in thrombosis and hemostasis preferred
• MD, M.D./Ph.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent
• Ability to acquire a license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania

• The Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology has 15 full-time Pediatric Hematologists/Oncologists and 12 Ph.D. faculty
• New faculty members would be joining 4 Hematologists dedicated to the care of children and young adults with a wide range of hematologic conditions
• The Hemophilia Treatment Center (HTC) of Central Pennsylvania is part of the Penn State Health Comprehensive Hemophilia and Thrombosis program serving pediatric and adult families with hemophilia
• The subdivision participates in the Pennsylvania Department of Health Specialty Care Program Grants and is a referral center for individuals born with hemoglobinopathies
• The subdivision participates in a multidisciplinary Women and Girls with Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Clinic
• The Division is an active member of COG, POETIC, and the Beat Childhood Cancer Research Consortium
• Research is supported by the Penn State Cancer Institute, the Penn State Institute for Personalized Medicine, an NIH-funded CTSI, and Pediatric Clinical Trials Office
• The division has an accredited Pediatric Heme/Onc fellowship program

• Academic Rank commensurate with experience
• Highly competitive compensation package with guaranteed salary
• Generous benefits, including relocation assistance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and malpractice Insurance
• Vacation time, paid parental and medical leave
• CME allowance and time
• Penn State University tuition discount for employees and dependents

Interested candidates, please contact Patty Shipton, CPRP, Senior Physician Recruiter,

• The area offers excellent public schools with many ranking in the top 100 in the state
• Central PA offers vibrant urban areas surrounded by small town rural/suburban communities with cultural opportunities
• Outdoor activities include hiking, biking, boating, skiing, and state game lands nearby
• Located within a short train ride or drive to New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Baltimore

Penn State Health offers opportunities to learn and grow with a broad patient population and a comprehensive benefits package. The Total Rewards Program includes medical, dental, vision, and additional offerings below.

• Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts
• Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement, extended illness bank, life insurance, and identity protection
• Competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, and employee recognition programs

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on policy or contract. A background check will be conducted for all selected candidates.

Union: Non Bargained