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Penn State Health** - **Hershey Medical Center

**Location:** Hershey

**Work Type:** Full Time

**FTE:** 1.0

**Shift:** Day

**Hours:** 8

**Recruiter Contact:** Please contact Amber L. Winters at [email protected] (//%7BRecruiterEmailAddress%7D) for additional information.

**Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center** is seeking a **Pediatric Ophthalmologist** to join our team. As a faculty member, you will work in a well-established practice in Hershey, PA with an ever-growing demand for high-quality ophthalmologic care.

About the Department of Ophthalmology:

Our eye and vision care experts treat the full range of eye conditions - from eye injuries to glaucoma, cataracts, retinal disease and more. We offer a full spectrum of care for even the most complex eye disease in people of all ages, including kid-friendly eye care for children.

We use the latest approaches to diagnose and treat eye and vision problems. Because we have experts in nearly every ophthalmic subspecialty, you get comprehensive care and personal attention from leading experts in their fields. Our ability to coordinate your care in a single location ensures you are being seen by the right person at the right time every time.

**More information found here:** https://www.pennstatehealth.org/services-treatments/eye-vision .

What we're offering:

+ Competitive salary

+ Generous benefits that include malpractice, health insurance & CME reimbursements

+ Participation in resident and medical student education

+ An extraordinary program with a national reputation for teaching, research, and state of the art patient care

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

+ Rank commensurate with experience

What we're seeking:

+ MD, DO, or foreign equivalent

+ Completion of accredited training program

+ Ability to acquire a license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania

+ BC/BE in Ophthalmology

+ Must be able to obtain valid federal and state narcotics certificates

Please contact Amber L. Winters at [email protected] (//%7BRecruiterEmailAddress%7D) for additional information.

What the Area Offers:

Central PA is rich in history and offers a diverse culture. Our local neighborhoods boast a reasonable cost of living whether you prefer a more suburban setting or thriving city rich in theater, arts, and culture. Nearby mountains host various ski slopes and the Appalachian Trail and rambling rivers are in our backyard, offering many outdoor activities for all seasons. Conveniently located within a short distance to major cities such as Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, NYC, Baltimore, and Washington DC, the area is rich with activity and is waiting for you to explore.

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, Fitness Discounts (Facilities and Peloton), Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling, and PSH OnDemand.

+ **_Be Balanced_** with Paid Holidays, Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave.

+ **_Be Secured_** with Retirement, Life Insurance, Malpractice Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.

+ **_Be Rewarded_** with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.

+ **_Be Supported_** with Relocation Assistance _(if eligible)_ , Continuing Medical Education (CME), assistance provided by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, Business Employee Resource Groups, and Virtual Benefits Orientation.

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** Pediatric Ophthalmologist

**Location** US:PA: Hershey | Physician | Full Time

**Req ID** 85364