Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Varied
Hours: 10, 12, 16 and 24 hour shifts
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Jill R. Brubaker at jbrubaker@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information
SUMMARY OF POSITION:Penn State Health Children's Hospital is seeking a
Physician Assistant to join our
Neonatal-Perinatal team - the only Level IV NICU in central Pennsylvania.
Our NICU cares for a diverse, complex population, including extremely premature infants, those with congenital anomalies, genetic disorders, congenital heart disease, hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, and conditions requiring ECMO or advanced surgical care.
The
PA will provide advanced, evidence-based, family-centered care, collaborating with attending neonatologists, fellows, residents, nurses, and specialty staff. This role offers autonomy, opportunities for mentorship and education, and participation in 24/7 in-house coverage to ensure seamless care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S): - Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- National board certification
- Current Pennsylvania Physician Assistant license (or eligible)
- Completion of a NICU fellowship (Level III or IV)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S): - Prior Level III or IV NICU experience
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Union: Non Bargained
