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Penn State Health-Hershey Medical Center Location: USPA Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.0 Shift: Varied Shift Differential: Exempt Yes Hours: Varied Recruiter Contact: Please contact Patty A. Shipton at email@protected for additional information.
Penn State Health Childrens Hospital Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology is seeking a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist Nocturnist.
The Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Nocturnist will provide high-quality overnight inpatient care to children undergoing treatment for cancer or hematologic conditions, serving as the dedicated on-site physician for clinical management admissions and urgent evaluations. This role includes leading evening rounds with the nursing team to ensure clear communication, care coordination, and early identification of changes in patient status. The nocturnist will also participate actively in resident and fellow education through bedside teaching, case discussions, and support of clinical decision-making during overnight hours.
As a key member of the pediatric oncology care team, the nocturnist fosters a collaborative, family-centered environment that upholds safety, compassion, and excellence in care.
About Us
We are a division of 14 physicians, 12 full-time, 5 NPPAs, and one psychologist. Our division has a full complement of ancillary staff, including excellent administrative support, social workers, dietitian, nutritionist, 8 nurse coordinators, and 10 clinical research staff.
Our hematology clinical programs include a state-supported sickle cell program, hemophilia treatment center, young womens bleeding clinic, and hemostasis/thrombosis clinic. Our clinical oncology programs include expertise in treating leukemia, lymphoma, and solid tumors, as well as specialized programs for neurofibromatosis, genetic predisposition syndromes, neuro-oncology, survivorship, and adolescent/young adult AYA oncology.
We have an outpatient clinic connected to the pediatric infusion center in the Penn State Childrens Hospital and outreach clinics in Reading and Lancaster. Our patients are hospitalized in an 18-bed Pediatric Hematology-Oncology unit in the Penn State Childrens Hospital.
Our clinical and research efforts are supported by Four Diamonds, the Childrens Miracle Network, and the Beat Childhood Cancer Foundation.
Job Requirements
Training or with adequate experience in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology interested in a nocturnist position.
M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent
Ability to acquire a license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania BCBE
An interest in research would be supported but is not required.
Opportunity Highlights
Competitive salary Productivity bonuses Generous benefits Health Dental Vision 401K etc.
CME time and funds
A collaborative environment rich with diversity
Penn State University tuition discount for employees and dependents
Interaction with dynamic clinicians across departments and participation in innovative educational approaches
A high-quality program with a national reputation for teaching, research, and state-of-the-art patient care
Rank commensurate with experience
Participation in resident and medical student education
LTD and Life insurance and so much more
Area Highlights
Our Childrens Hospital is in Hershey, PA, near Harrisburg, our state capital, and is a safe, family-friendly location with access to excellent public schools. Hershey, PA, 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. Known as the home of the Hershey chocolate bar, Hersheys community is rich in history and offers an abundant range of outdoor activities, arts, and diverse experiences. We are conveniently located within a short distance to major cities such as Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, NYC, Baltimore, and Washington DC.
We are proud of our community involvement and encourage you to learn more about our organization.
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:
Why Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvanias 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. WELL TAKE CARE OF YOU.
State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - thats Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? Thats all you.
Job Posting
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 positions 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 Healths 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.
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