Pediatric Endocrinology position with UPMC in Pittsburgh, PA - Academic Appointment - Inpatient and outpatient

The Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at the UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and the Department of Pediatrics, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is recruiting a Pediatric Endocrinology physician. The physician must have an MD or equivalent, be board certified or board eligible in Pediatrics and Pediatric Endocrinology with the ability to obtain an unrestricted PA license.

Opportunity Details

• Primary clinical position with Inpatient and Outpatient responsibilities
• Help build and grow our existing practice that will be supported by nurses and certified diabetes educators.
• Busy inpatient and consult service as well as an active Fellowship program currently with 3 Fellows per year
• The Pediatric Endocrinology Division has a multi-decade tradition of excellence and a robust ambulatory practice, being the major referral site for Western Pennsylvania, Northeastern Ohio, and northern West Virginia.
• The staff includes 17 physicians and 12 advanced practice providers. This program also includes 17 diabetes educators, 4 dietitians, 2 social workers, a clinical psychologist and 9 endocrine nurses. The Division operates in many locations across Western Pennsylvania and is poised for strong growth to provide all children with the best care.
• Both the Division of Endocrinology and UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh have been consistently ranked in the Top 10 Honor Roll on U.S. News & World Report's list of "American's Best Children's Hospitals" for many years, including the current year where they are both ranked #6.

What we Offer

• University of Pittsburgh academic appointment
• Relocation assistance of $7,000
• CME allowance of $4,000 plus 2 weeks
• Four weeks PTO
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience plus lucrative RVU based incentive bonus
• Outstanding benefit package including health, dental, vision and pension

About UPMC

• UPMC is a $23 billion world-renowned health care provider and insurer based in Pittsburgh, PA
• 92,000 employees, including 4,900 physicians
• Over 40 academic, community and specialty hospitals
• Over 800 doctors' offices and outpatient sites
• UPMC is inventing new models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care
• Closely affiliated with University of Pittsburgh

About the Community

• Pittsburgh is a vibrant, mid-sized city with the feel of a small town. Located in the southwest corner of Pennsylvania, it offers the best of everything _ an urban melting pot, historical landmarks, ethnic neighborhoods, a vibrant nightlife, picturesque countryside, and the famous three rivers.
• The city is renowned for its cultural institutions, including the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the National Aviary, and a diverse cultural district.
• The city's major league professional sports teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh Pirates.
• Pittsburgh has a reputation as an advancing leader in medicine, education, health care, robotics, software engineering, and high-tech industries.
• The city is consistently ranked as one of the top places for families in the U.S. and one of the most affordable, livable, and safest U.S. cities.