What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medicine- UPMC Somerset-Competitive Salary position at UPMC West Central PA?
UPMC Somerset is currently seeking a qualified Emergency Medicine Physician to join our team The Department of Emergency Medicine provides emergency care by a trained, board–certified emergency physician 24 hours a day. This space is staffed with critical care trained; ACLS and PALS certified nursing staff. Emergency care at these facilities includes the immediate treatment of any medical or surgical emergency, the initiation of life–saving procedures in all types of emergency situations and the provision of emergency care for chronic medical conditions and minor illnesses and injuries for patients of all ages. Description : Physician will treat patients in Emergency Room to ensure proper injury care and disease diagnosis Physician must be able to evaluate a variety of acuity, think and act quickly to make a tentative diagnosis and determine the appropriate course of treatment Physician will work as part of a team with providers and other members of the emergency staff UPMC focuses on physician wellness that includes staffing ratios of generally less than two patients per hour Regular – Full Time status Shifts : All Shifts Qualifications : Emergency Medicine Board Eligible / Board Certified Must be qualified for a medical license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania With UPMC, you can take advantage of : Competitive salary Health, life and disability insurance Medical malpractice insurance Defined contribution plan; 403b plan with employer match Professional dues and CME to Medical Staff Dues and CME allowance Paid holidays About UPMC Somerset : UPMC Somerset is a 111 bed acute–care hospital, which offers a wide variety of inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and preventative care services for the residents of Somerset County and the surrounding region. UPMC Somerset is located in Somerset County, which is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. Home to three of the top ski resorts in the eastern U.S. The Great Allegheny Passage, which is part of the 334–mile rails–to–trails project connecting Pittsburgh to Washington, D.C., runs through Somerset County. There are numerous cross–country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobile trails throughout the county, as well as a multitude of mountain bike trails. There are ample opportunities for whitewater rafting, paddleboarding, and kayaking. Somerset County is home to several golf courses, ranging from nine–hole community courses to PGA–rated resort courses. In addition to the outdoor scene, Somerset County also has numerous fairs and festivals that celebrate the culture of the area. There are several small theaters and playhouses in the region. With Somerset's proximity to the Pennsylvania turnpike and US–219, it affords beautiful, rural living with easy access to larger cities such as Pittsburgh and Washington D.C.
