$50K Sign On Bonus for Spine-Focused Neurosurgeon at Level II Trauma Center - Work/Life Balance!

UPMC Hamot is seeking highly skilled and dedicated spine-focused neurosurgeons to join the team located in Erie, Pennsylvania at a Level II trauma center. As an integral part of UPMC, a global nonprofit health enterprise and one of the country's premier healthcare networks, UPMC Hamot is committed to providing top-tier care and innovative treatments. Our practice serves a population around one million, ensuring a diverse and dynamic caseload that will challenge and reward you daily!

Erie is an ideal destination for family living with high-quality educational opportunities, a vibrant cultural scene, and endless recreational activities to enjoy. Plus, Erie is situated less than two hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Buffalo. Toronto is less than four hours away. You will love living here!

As a member of the region’s premiere Neurosciences Institute, you will join a multidisciplinary team including five neurosurgeons, one who is a board certified neurosurgeon and cerebrovascular/endovascular specialist, three neurohospitalists, eight neurologists, two neuroradiologists, and one neurointerventional neurologist, plus experienced advanced practice providers. UPMC Hamot is a Level II trauma center and Comprehensive Stroke Center. With the UPMC affiliation, this is an outstanding opportunity to have the best of all worlds by providing comprehensive care at the regional referral hub.

Position Highlights:

• The ideal candidate is fellowship trained and BC/BE in Neurological Surgery
• Typical cases include neurotrauma, brain tumors, complex spinal surgery, cerebrovascular disease and/or endovascular interventional radiology
• 80% spine / 20% brain cases in a busy, high-volume practice
• Healthy integration of career and personal time
• Excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative disposition
• The physician will be expected to participate in multidisciplinary conferences, quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the teaching of medical students and residents

A world-class team of experts – be a part of it!

Candidates can expect: 

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience/training
• Enhanced compensation package with opportunity to earn productivity and quality incentives
• $50,000 Sign On Bonus
• Non-Profit Health System, Employed Model *PSLF Eligible
• Paid time off, CME days, and CME stipend
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Group Life insurance
• Robust retirement plans
• Tuition assistance for self, dependent and/or spouse/domestic partner
• Customary and reasonable moving expenses
• H1B candidates welcome to apply

About UPMC Hamot

UPMC Hamot is a 458-bed hospital in Erie, PA, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services, and serves as a regional referral hub and Level II Trauma Center. Supported by over 650 physicians and nearly 4,000 dedicated employees, UPMC Hamot’s mission is to serve its patients, communities, and one another in the UPMC Hamot tradition of quality, health, healing, and education. UPMC Hamot’s superior health care services are continually recognized by notable accrediting bodies.

Discover Erie, Pennsylvania!

Welcome to Erie, PA, where urban amenities meet natural beauty, creating an ideal environment for physicians and their families to live, work, and thrive. As the fourth largest city in Pennsylvania, Erie boasts a vibrant community, rich history, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Why Erie?

• Exceptional Quality of Life: Low cost of living, affordable housing, excellent schools, and diverse recreational activities.
• Outdoor Paradise: Presque Isle State Park offers beaches, hiking, biking, boating, fishing, and birdwatching with stunning Lake Erie sunsets.
• Cultural Hub: Home to the Erie Philharmonic, Erie Art Museum, Warner Theatre, and year-round events like CelebrateErie and 8 Great Tuesdays.
• Educational Excellence: Reputable institutions like Penn State Behrend, Gannon University, and Mercyhurst University foster a thriving academic community.
• Top-Tier Healthcare: UPMC Hamot leads in medical innovation and patient care, supporting the professional growth of physicians.
• Perfect Location: Close to Cleveland, Buffalo, and Pittsburgh with easy access via Erie International Airport.
• Four-Season Activities: From skiing and snowboarding in winter to boating and golfing in summer, Erie offers year-round enjoyment.
• Friendly Community: Known for its community spirit, welcoming neighborhoods, and high engagement in local initiatives.
• Economic Growth: A period of revitalization with new businesses, innovation, and entrepreneurship creating opportunities for all.
• Family-Friendly: Amenities like the Erie Zoo, Children’s Museum, parks, playgrounds, and numerous family events make Erie perfect for raising a family.

Join us in Erie! It’s more than just a place to work—it’s a place to call home. Explore the charm and potential of Erie, PA, and see why so many healthcare professionals choose to build their lives and careers here!

About UPMC

UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide more than $1 billion every year in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across 40 hospitals and 800 doctors’ offices and outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members with a focus on providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price.

Our Values

At UPMC, we’re driven by shared values that guide our work and keep us accountable to one another. Our Values of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation play a vital role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community.

Supporting a Diverse Workplace

UPMC respects that talent and skill are not limited but enhanced by the diversity and cultural expertise staff brings to the workplace. Having a diverse employee presence at all levels provides a wealth of benefits. It ensures we have the knowledge, critical thinking, agility, and innovation required of a leading and forward-thinking integrated health care system.

Ready to join us? Apply today!