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Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Location : US:PA:Harrisburg

Work Type : Full Time

FTE : 1.0

Shift : Day

Hours : 8

Recruiter : Please contact Erica Moyer at egeist@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.

Geriatric Outpatient Psychiatrist Opportunity in Harrisburg, PA

About the Position:

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health along with our clinical partner, the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute (PPI) based in Harrisburg, PA, is seeking a Geriatric Psychiatrist for an outpatient clinic-based position. Outpatient services include general outpatient care delivered to all ages as well as subspecialty care delivered to patients with their first episode of psychosis, a dialectical behavioral therapy program, a Hispanic clinic, services for patients with intellectual disabilities, services for LGBTQI+ patients, Clozaril and long acting injectables, and services for patients with both psychiatric problems and drug/alcohol use.

With our clinical partner, the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute, the department provides staffing for outpatient and partial hospital programs for children and adults, 89 inpatient beds, ECT and other neuromodulation services, and an Advancement In Recovery addiction treatment program.

About the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health:

As the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health for Penn State College of Medicine and the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life through improved mental and behavioral health, the professional preparation of those who will serve the mental and behavioral health needs of others, and the discovery of knowledge that will benefit all. We achieve excellence through the integration of education, research, patient care, and service to the community. We use the resources of Penn State University as an R1 land grant university, and strengths in neurosciences, methodology, and social and biological sciences, to discover new ways to improve the lives of people with mental and behavioral illness.

We host specialty clinical and research programs, including research that crosses the translational spectrum. Our educational programs include psychiatry residency, psychiatry child and adolescent fellowship, psychology internship, psychology externship, and psychology post-doctoral fellows. We have a strong collaboration with basic and clinical science in other neuroscience and public health disciplines across several Penn State campuses.

With our clinical partner, the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute (PPI), located in downtown Harrisburg, PA, we have a full spectrum of care including 89 inpatient beds, partial hospital programs, neuromodulation services, an Advancement In Recovery addiction treatment program, and general and specialty outpatient programs for children and adults. Services through Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center include programs in general and specialty adult and child psychiatry and psychology, adult partial hospital, sleep medicine and behavioral sleep medicine, eating disorders, psychiatry and addiction consultation/ liaison, and integrated care with primary care and medical/surgical specialties. To better serve the needs of our regional community, we completed a programmatic expansion of our child mental and behavioral health services including opening an inpatient child unit, expanding child therapy services and doubling the size of consultation and liaison teams.

What We’re Offering:

• Full-time position that includes a faculty appointment within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at the Penn State College of Medicine. Academic rank commensurate with qualifications, starting at least as an Assistant Professor, non-tenure track.

• Opportunities to teach trainees

• Supportive environment for research initiatives with talented, academically oriented faculty

• Robust mentorship programs and staff infrastructure designed to support faculty

• Attractive compensation package commensurate with qualifications

• Medical, dental and vision coverage (no waiting period)

• 5% employer 401k match after 6 months of employment

• 20 days of vacation and 10 days of CME (plus funds) for full-time employees

• 75% Penn State Tuition Remission for employees, dependent children and spouses

• Relocation assistance

What We’re Seeking:

• Must possess a MD, DO

• Completion of accredited residency program

• BC/BE in Psychiatry is required with certification within 3 years after hire

• Ability to acquire a license PA to practice and a DEA certificate

• Successful candidates should have strong teaching as well as clinical skills and, optimally, potential for scientific and scholarly achievement

To apply, please send a CV and letter of interest to:

Erica Moyer, Physician Recruiter

Penn State Health

E-mail: egeist@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

About the Area:

Hershey, PA and its surrounding communities offer great places to live, learn, work, play and grow a family. In addition to being the home of the Hershey chocolate bar, the region is rich in history and diverse in culture. Minutes from Pennsylvania’s bustling capital, Harrisburg, and the vibrant cities of Lancaster and York, the area boasts superb schools and reasonable cost of living whether you prefer to live in a quiet suburban or rural setting or a thriving city atmosphere rich in theater, arts, and restaurants. Near the Susquehanna River and the Appalachian trail and with ready access to major metropolitan areas like Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York City, central Pennsylvania fosters a delightful quality of life in a diverse, picturesque and historic environment, with ample recreational opportunities.

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, martial status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF (https://www.pennstatehealth.org/sites/default/files/Careers/Accommodation%20Statement%20-%20CAREERS.pdf) for more detailed steps for assistance.

Union : Non Bargained

Position PPI Staff Physician - Geriatric Outpatient Psychiatrist (Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute)

Location US:PA:Harrisburg | Physician | Full Time

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