Inpatient Psychiatry opening in Pennsylvania - visa eligible

**Inpatient Psychiatry opening in Pennsylvania - visa eligible**

* Located in ***Altoona, PA*** - just 98 miles from Pittsburgh
* Full-time, permanent opening
* Hospital-employed
* Joining a dedicated inpatient team
* H1b & J1 visa sponsorship available

**Requirements:**

* MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
* Board Certification in Psychiatry
* Current Pennsylvania medical licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure
* Strong commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork.

**Comp & benefits:**

* Competitive compensation package with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
* Access to health and wellness programs
* Generous PTO
* Paid parental leave
* Opportunities for career development and continuing education
* Participation in a robust retirement plan

**Hospital:**

Hospital offers exceptional career growth opportunities and stability as part of a financially strong and thriving world-class health system. The 400-bed regional health care system provides care to nearly 350,000 residents in central Pennsylvania. They are a level II trauma center, regional oncology center, and a Joint Commission certified stroke center. The hospital provides comprehensive cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, neurosurgery, vascular and endovascular surgery, behavioral health, vascular and wound care. The Health System s medical staff is comprised of approximately 400 primary care physicians and specialists.

**Community:**

Altoona is a small city surrounded by mountains in central Pennsylvania, with major northeast metropolitan areas within a 2-5 hour drive. The region offers a friendly and uncomplicated way of life filled with cultural and recreational opportunities, where children can grow up in a safe and enriching community. Hiking, biking, paddling, fishing, golf and skiing are popular at nearby state parks, resorts and rail trails. Big10 sports, national touring performing artists, and an active social scene are among the highlights of neighboring State College, home to Penn State's University Park campus.