Job Description

The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) in Altoona, PA is seeking an Interventional Radiologist to join our world class health system. Must have an MD or equivalent, be BC or BE in Radiology with the ability to obtain an unrestricted PA license. Must be proficient in interventional radiology procedures required in a community hospital.

Opportunity Details

Flexible Scheduling
Full or part time
Call 1:3 or 4
Join a group of 17 Radiologists including, 8 Neuroradiology/MSK/Body Imaging, 2 Mammographers (each part time), 4 Interventional Radiologists, 2 Nuclear Medicine/PET Radiologists, Physician extenders and several nurses
Option for an academic appointment if desired
Visa sponsorship

What we Offer

Relocation expenses
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience plus lucrative incentive plan
Outstanding benefit package including health, dental, vision and pension
Option to earn significant additional income
Generous CME allowance of $7,500
PTO up to 14 weeks
Work at a busy community hospital
Live in a great community while having the support of UPMC through teleradiology. The UPMC Department of Radiology is one of the largest academic departments in the country with over 170 Radiologists, 42 research faculty, 66 residents and fellows.
Employed by UPMC Altoona Regional Health System
McKesson PACs and Powerscibe which will convert to i-Site. Cerner is used as the inpatient EMR and EPIC as the outpatient.

About UPMC Altoona and UPMC

Part of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center's 40+ hospital network
400-bed regional tertiary health care system for residents in central Pennsylvania
Joint Commission certified thrombectomy capable stroke center with 24/7 care and a renowned interventional neurology program
Other signature services include Level ll Trauma Center, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, UPMC Heart & Vascular Institute, UPMC Magee Womens
400 primary care and specialty credentialed physicians on medical staff
'A' patient safety grade in Leapfrog's most recent hospital safety survey
4-star quality hospital, as rated by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid services (CMS).
HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence award recipient by the American College of Cardiology.
UPMC is a $23 billion world-renowned health care provider and insurer
92,000 employees, including 4,900 physicians
Over 40 academic, community and specialty hospitals
Over 800 doctors' offices and outpatient sites
UPMC is inventing new models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care
Closely affiliated with University of Pittsburg

About the Community

Choose to live in the Altoona/Hollidaysburg areaor State College (hometown of Penn State University's main campus). Both communities offer safe and enriching environments to enjoy work/life balance
Located in the Altoona/Blair County/Central Pennsylvania region
Very reasonable cost of living
Excellent school systems
Abundant cultural amenities including theatre, symphony, minor league baseball, transportation history, festivals, Big10 sports and national touring performing artists
Centrally located with easy access to larger, neighboring cities.Between 40 minutes to 4.5 hours to major cities including Pittsburgh, State College, Philadelphia, DC, and NYC.
Mountains to climb and ski, rivers and lakes to paddle and fish, trails and roadways to bike, numerous golf courses, tennis and pickle ball courts ' right here!
Everything you need within a 15-minute drive ' no rush hour traffic, no parking fees