Psychiatry Physician Job with UPMC in Altoona, PA

Psychiatrist – Physician, UPMC Altoona

• Position at a Glance:
• Work Location: UPMC Altoona Hospital
• Address: 620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA 16601
• Employer: UPP Psychiatry
• Assignment Type Value: Full-time
• Shift Schedule: Day
• Immigration Status Considered: Accepts J1 & H1B Visas

UPMC Altoona is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Psychiatrist to join our established behavioral health team.

This full-time position offers the opportunity to provide exceptional psychiatric care in a collaborative and supportive environment that values professional growth, work-life balance, and meaningful contributions to the well-being of the community. Our psychiatrists are supported by a highly experienced and talented team of physician assistants, allowing you to focus on delivering outstanding patient care.

As a member of UPMC Altoona Psychiatry, you will be part of the UPMC Behavioral Health Network, a large, academically focused system that includes more than 100 psychiatrists and advanced practice providers across the region. You will also have access to a broad network of over 200 academic colleagues in the University of Pittsburgh Department of Psychiatry at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital, one of the nation's leading academic psychiatry programs.

This unique combination of strong local support, an extensive clinical network, and access to world-class academic psychiatry creates an exceptional practice environment. At UPMC, you are part of something bigger: a mission-driven health system dedicated to advancing behavioral health care and providing the highest quality psychiatric services to the patients and communities we serve.

Qualifications:

• Required
• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry
• Eligibility for PA licensure
• A commitment to patient-centered care and excellent interpersonal skills are essential, as we prioritize delivering the highest quality care in a compassionate, professional environment.

What Can UPMC Do for You?

• Non-Profit Health System, Employed Model PSLF Eligible
• Competitive Compensation package with the opportunity to earn additional incentives.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, HSA and FSA options available
• Employer-paid Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Group Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• CME allowance
• Tuition Assistance available for self, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with 50% employer match (pre-tax), plus an employer-paid pension plan. Participate in both!
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance with no tail policy required

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 nearly $2 billion annually 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 more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas.
• UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price.
• To learn more, visit UPMC.com.

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.

Support 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.

If you are interested in this position or would like more information, please apply today or contact: Tessa Grant,