Penn State Health Children’s Hospital, Division of Pediatric Neurology is recruiting a Pediatric Neurologist to join our excellent program at our Hershey campus.
What We’re Offering:
· Join a busy division with 7 physicians and 2 NP/PAs.
· A full complement of ancillary staff including excellent administrative support, nursing support, case management, dietician, and neuropsychology support.
· Our Pediatric Epilepsy Monitoring Unit has 2 inpatient beds.
· Participation in fellow, resident and medical student education
· Currently, we have 4 Neurophysiology trained epilepsy physicians and 1 neuromuscular physician.
· Multidisciplinary programs in Neuromuscular Medicine (EMG/NCV Lab), MDA Clinic, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Clinic, Ketogenic Clinic, Neurofibromatosis Clinic, and PPMD Certified Duchenne Center.
· Competitive salary, generous benefits, and the ability to become part of the collegial faculty of Penn State Pediatrics at our 8-story freestanding 160-bed Children’s Hospital.
· Unique patient populations including refugee populations from many countries, the largest Amish community in the U.S. and the Milton Hershey School.
· Academic Rank commensurate with experience.
What We Are Seeking:
· Board-certified (or Board eligible) Pediatric Neurologist
· M.D., D.O., or non-US equivalent
· Licensed to practice in the State of Pennsylvania (or willing to acquire license)
· Interest in research is supported but not required.
· EEG proficiency preferred but not required
Compensation and Benefits:
· Competitive salary and comprehensive Total Rewards Package
· Sign on bonus and relocation assistance
· CME time and funds
· Participation in a highly respected and effective Junior Faculty Development Program (JFDP)
· Penn State University tuition discount for employees and dependents
· Proximity to all the cultural and historical sites of the northeastern US as well as to numerous outdoor venues for hiking, skiing, biking, and kayaking
· Opportunity to live in “the sweetest place on earth” with great public schools, safe neighborhoods, and short commutes to work - perfect for families with children.
Community
· 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 which affords exceptional cultural opportunities including the Harrisburg Symphony, museums, farmers markets and fine dining.
· For the outdoor enthusiast, we have ample opportunities for hiking - Appalachian Trail and many other trails, biking, boating/rowing - Susquehanna River, skiing, and hunting - surrounded by state game lands.
· Located within a short train ride or drive to New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Baltimore.