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Penn State Health** - **Hershey Medical Center

**Location:** US:PA:State College

**Work Type:** Full Time

**FTE:** 1.0

**Shift:** Varied

**Shift Differential:** **Exempt:** Yes

**Hours:** Varied, primarily day M-F but incl weekends

Recruiter Contact:** Please contact Savannah Stauffer at [email protected] (MAILTO://[email protected]) for additional information **.

The Department of Orthopaedics and Therapy Services at Penn State Health is seeking a full-time BE/BC fellowship-trained Primary Care Sports Medicine physician. This position will be located in State College, PA.

This position will serve as the Primary Care Sports Medicine Director for Pennsylvania State University’s main campus Division 1 Intercollegiate Athletic (ICA) program. The individual in this position will be responsible for the coordination of all sports medicine care, in collaboration with the Surgical Medical Director. The Sports Medicine Director will assist the ICA administration and Penn State Health leadership in the management of a multi-disciplinary team of ICA employed subject matter experts. The Primary Care Sports Medicine Director will be responsible for developing the appropriate work and coverage schedules; and will ensure that there is dedicated coverage for any athletic practices, home games, away games, and other events as deemed necessary by the ICA and the healthcare organization and in compliance with Big 10 and NCAA standards.

This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a collegial, patient-focused group with a rich history of providing great care to Penn State’s athletes and the community. We are looking for a motivated team player to join a team that consists of four orthopaedic surgeons, four primary care sports medicine physicians, two physical medicine and rehabilitation physician, one surgical podiatrist, and five advanced practice providers. The qualified candidate will be a full-time faculty member of the Penn State Health Department of Orthopaedics and Therapy Services, and hold an academic rank within the Penn State College of Medicine.

What we’re seeking:

+ Medical degree – MD, DO, or foreign equivalent.

+ Board Certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

+ Fellowship training in Sports Medicine.

+ A minimum of 5 years relevant experience.

+ Direct experience leading a multi-disciplinary team of subject matter experts, including: Certified athletic trainers, psychologists, registered dieticians, orthopedic surgeons, certified strength & conditioning specialists, and physical therapists.

+ This position will have dual reporting roles to both Penn State Health and Penn State University’s Athletic Department.

+ No clinical duties outside of Penn State Athletics coverage and oversight.

+ Excellent patient care abilities and an interest in teaching and clinical research.

What the department offers:

+ Highly collaborative culture

+ Interaction with dynamic clinicians across departments and participation in innovative educational approaches

+ Outstanding academic orthopaedic residency program and four fellowship training programs in Orthopaedic Foot/Ankle, Orthopaedic Trauma, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, and PCP Sports Medicine with a national reputation.

+ Opportunity to collaborate in orthopaedic related research

+ Faculty rank commensurate with experience

+ Competitive salary and generous benefits

What the Area Offers:

State College, PA is home to Pennsylvania State University & University Park, which is the largest campus in the Penn State system. If you’ve never visited, State College is more than just a quintessential college town. It is vibrant with exciting nightlife, great shopping, many options for arts & culture, and a diverse array of restaurants. Nestled at the base of Mount Nittany, State College is a unique and wonderful combination of small town charm and college town action that makes it no surprise that this area of central Pennsylvania is known as “Happy Valley.”

For immediate consideration, please contact:

April Armstrong, M.D.

C. McCollister Evarts Professor and Chair

Department of Orthopaedics and Therapy Services

Vice President Musculoskeletal Services Penn State Health Medical Group

Bone and Joint Institute

**Email:** [email protected] (MAILTO://[email protected])

**Phone:** 717-531-4826

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

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.**

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

_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._

_Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination._

**Position** Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician

**Location** US:PA:State College | Physician | Full Time

**Req ID** 76859