Altoona Regional Health System
Overview
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Neurologist
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Altoona Regional Health System . The role involves joining a dynamic neurology team of stroke neurologists, neuro-hospitalists, interventional neurologists and a neurosurgeon as a general, outpatient neurologist. Must have an MD or equivalent, be board eligible or board certified in Neurology with the ability to obtain an unrestricted PA license. 2025 J1 visa sponsorship available. Responsibilities
Build and grow a subspecialty as needed. Maintain autonomy and decision making within a supportive and collegial group. Work collaboratively with the neuro-intervention/stroke department. Provide care for a mix of pathologies including movement disorders, headaches, epilepsy, stroke, cognitive disorders, neuro-muscular disorders and sleep disorders. Receive an immediate patient panel from a robust referral network across surrounding counties. Work Monday – Friday with shared practice call; a team of neuro-hospitalists covers inpatient care and hospital call. Clinic located near the hospital in a medical mall with access to a sleep lab, EEG/EMG labs, radiology and rehab services. Current providers read EMGs and EEGs. Hospital’s Primary Stroke Center has earned Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center Certification (in collaboration with The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association). Clinical appointment and EPIC EMR. Qualifications
MD or equivalent; board certified or eligible in Neurology. Ability to obtain an unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license. 2025 J1 visa sponsorship available. What We Offer
$35K sign-on bonus plus relocation assistance. $3,500 CME allowance plus five days. Twenty days PTO plus seven holidays. Competitive base salary plus RVU bonus commensurate with experience. Outstanding benefit package including health, dental, vision and pension. About UPMC Altoona And UPMC
UPMC Altoona is a 400-bed regional health care system serving a six-county area in central Pennsylvania. Level II trauma center, regional oncology center, and a Joint Commission certified stroke center with 24/7 care and a renowned interventional neurology program. Comprehensive cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, behavioral health and vascular/wound care; ~400 primary care physicians and specialists. UPMC is a $23 billion health care provider and insurer with 92,000 employees, including 4,900 physicians, across 40+ hospitals and 800+ doctors’ offices. About The Community
Outpatient neurologist may live in the Altoona/Hollidaysburg area or State College; both offer work/life balance. Located in the Altoona/Blair County/Central Pennsylvania region with a reasonable cost of living and excellent schools. Vibrant cultural amenities and easy access to major cities within driving distance. Outdoor recreation includes mountains, rivers, lakes, trails and golf. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. (The original posting references additional job-related notices and links that are not required here and have been omitted to maintain a clean, focused description.)
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Join to apply for the
Neurologist
role at
Altoona Regional Health System . The role involves joining a dynamic neurology team of stroke neurologists, neuro-hospitalists, interventional neurologists and a neurosurgeon as a general, outpatient neurologist. Must have an MD or equivalent, be board eligible or board certified in Neurology with the ability to obtain an unrestricted PA license. 2025 J1 visa sponsorship available. Responsibilities
Build and grow a subspecialty as needed. Maintain autonomy and decision making within a supportive and collegial group. Work collaboratively with the neuro-intervention/stroke department. Provide care for a mix of pathologies including movement disorders, headaches, epilepsy, stroke, cognitive disorders, neuro-muscular disorders and sleep disorders. Receive an immediate patient panel from a robust referral network across surrounding counties. Work Monday – Friday with shared practice call; a team of neuro-hospitalists covers inpatient care and hospital call. Clinic located near the hospital in a medical mall with access to a sleep lab, EEG/EMG labs, radiology and rehab services. Current providers read EMGs and EEGs. Hospital’s Primary Stroke Center has earned Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center Certification (in collaboration with The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association). Clinical appointment and EPIC EMR. Qualifications
MD or equivalent; board certified or eligible in Neurology. Ability to obtain an unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license. 2025 J1 visa sponsorship available. What We Offer
$35K sign-on bonus plus relocation assistance. $3,500 CME allowance plus five days. Twenty days PTO plus seven holidays. Competitive base salary plus RVU bonus commensurate with experience. Outstanding benefit package including health, dental, vision and pension. About UPMC Altoona And UPMC
UPMC Altoona is a 400-bed regional health care system serving a six-county area in central Pennsylvania. Level II trauma center, regional oncology center, and a Joint Commission certified stroke center with 24/7 care and a renowned interventional neurology program. Comprehensive cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, behavioral health and vascular/wound care; ~400 primary care physicians and specialists. UPMC is a $23 billion health care provider and insurer with 92,000 employees, including 4,900 physicians, across 40+ hospitals and 800+ doctors’ offices. About The Community
Outpatient neurologist may live in the Altoona/Hollidaysburg area or State College; both offer work/life balance. Located in the Altoona/Blair County/Central Pennsylvania region with a reasonable cost of living and excellent schools. Vibrant cultural amenities and easy access to major cities within driving distance. Outdoor recreation includes mountains, rivers, lakes, trails and golf. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. (The original posting references additional job-related notices and links that are not required here and have been omitted to maintain a clean, focused description.)
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