UPMC
Pediatric ED Opportunity Harrisburg
This role involves delivering life-changing care to pediatric patients in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art environment. The physician will focus on patient-centered outcomes, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and demonstrate strong communication skills while contributing to the health of the community.
Key Responsibilities
- • Deliver high-quality care with a focus on patient-centered outcomes
- • Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and safety
- • Demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to UPMC's mission of improving community health in Central Pennsylvania
Required
- • Completed a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship program
- • Board Certified/Eligible in Pediatric Emergency Medicine
- • MD or equivalent with the ability to obtain PA Medical License
- • Expertise in pediatric emergency care, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children and their families
- • Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals
- • A dedication to UPMC’s mission of advancing medical knowledge and improving community health
Benefits & Perks
- • Relocation Assistance
- • Work Life Balance
- • CME Allowance
- • Competitive Shift Rates
- • Outstanding benefit package including health, dental vision, retirement, and occurrence based malpractice overage
- • Retirement, Matched
UPMC Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician Opportunity Harrisburg, PA
The Department of Emergency Medicine is recruiting for Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician to join our dynamic team. The candidate(s) must have completed a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship program and be Board Certified/Eligible in Pediatric Emergency Medicine. Candidate must have an MD or equivalent with the ability to obtain PA Medical License.
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician, you will play a crucial role in delivering **Life Changing Medicine** to young patients and their families. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art environment where you can make a significant impact on patient outcomes. Harrisburg provides a vibrant community setting with a balance of professional growth and personal fulfillment.
What UPMC Can Offer?
UPMC in Central Pa. is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health system committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care across central Pennsylvania and its surrounding rural communities. Each year, the system serves more than 1.2 million residents, offering comprehensive services that range from life-saving emergency care and advanced diagnostics to essential primary and specialty care.
As a regional health care leader, UPMC in Central Pa. encompasses seven acute-care hospitals with more than 1,100 licensed beds, more than 200 outpatient clinics and ancillary facilities, and a dedicated team of over 3,100 physicians and allied health professionals supported by approximately 11,000 employees. The system plays a vital role in improving the health and well-being of communities throughout Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry, York, Lancaster, Lebanon, Juniata, Franklin, Adams, and parts of Snyder counties.
Joining UPMC in Central Pa. means becoming part of a mission-driven organization that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in care—an environment where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact.
About Central PA
Central Pennsylvania offers an exceptional blend of rural beauty and suburban convenience, creating a lifestyle that appeals to professionals and families alike. The region is rich with recreation—enjoy everything from outdoor adventure and local sports to vibrant arts, cultural festivals, and live entertainment. You’re also just minutes from iconic destinations like historic Gettysburg, Hersheypark, and Hershey’s Chocolate World.
Education is a true strength of the area. Central Pennsylvania is home to top-rated public schools, acclaimed private institutions, and several of the state’s leading colleges and universities. Local school districts consistently rank in the top 20 percent statewide. With a cost of living well below major metro areas—99.7 compared to 126.5 in Philadelphia—residents enjoy beautiful, affordable homes and a comfortable quality of life.
National rankings consistently highlight the region’s appeal. Harrisburg has been recognized by Forbes as one of “America’s Most Livable Cities” and by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Best Cities to Live.” Its central location places you just two to three hours from New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., making big-city amenities and weekend getaways easily accessible.
It’s a place where community, opportunity, and quality of life come together.
The Department of Emergency Medicine is recruiting for Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician to join our dynamic team. The candidate(s) must have completed a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship program and be Board Certified/Eligible in Pediatric Emergency Medicine. Candidate must have an MD or equivalent with the ability to obtain PA Medical License.
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician, you will play a crucial role in delivering **Life Changing Medicine** to young patients and their families. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art environment where you can make a significant impact on patient outcomes. Harrisburg provides a vibrant community setting with a balance of professional growth and personal fulfillment.
What UPMC Can Offer?
- Relocation Assistance
- Work Life Balance
- CME Allowance
- Competitive Shift Rates
- Outstanding benefit package including health, dental vision, retirement, and occurrence based malpractice overage
- Retirement, Matched
- Expertise in pediatric emergency care, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children and their families.
- Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.
- A dedication to UPMC’s mission of advancing medical knowledge and improving community health
- Full-time, opportunity working approximately 13 shifts a month 156 shifts per year as determined by Chief of Division
- Rotating shifts schedule, days, nights, weekends
- 4 dedicated Pediatric ED Rooms
- Competitive compensation package with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Deliver high-quality care with a focus on patient -centered outcomes
- Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and safety
- Demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to UPMC's mission of improving community health in Central Pennsylvania
- EMR-EPIC
UPMC in Central Pa. is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health system committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care across central Pennsylvania and its surrounding rural communities. Each year, the system serves more than 1.2 million residents, offering comprehensive services that range from life-saving emergency care and advanced diagnostics to essential primary and specialty care.
As a regional health care leader, UPMC in Central Pa. encompasses seven acute-care hospitals with more than 1,100 licensed beds, more than 200 outpatient clinics and ancillary facilities, and a dedicated team of over 3,100 physicians and allied health professionals supported by approximately 11,000 employees. The system plays a vital role in improving the health and well-being of communities throughout Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry, York, Lancaster, Lebanon, Juniata, Franklin, Adams, and parts of Snyder counties.
Joining UPMC in Central Pa. means becoming part of a mission-driven organization that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in care—an environment where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact.
About Central PA
Central Pennsylvania offers an exceptional blend of rural beauty and suburban convenience, creating a lifestyle that appeals to professionals and families alike. The region is rich with recreation—enjoy everything from outdoor adventure and local sports to vibrant arts, cultural festivals, and live entertainment. You’re also just minutes from iconic destinations like historic Gettysburg, Hersheypark, and Hershey’s Chocolate World.
Education is a true strength of the area. Central Pennsylvania is home to top-rated public schools, acclaimed private institutions, and several of the state’s leading colleges and universities. Local school districts consistently rank in the top 20 percent statewide. With a cost of living well below major metro areas—99.7 compared to 126.5 in Philadelphia—residents enjoy beautiful, affordable homes and a comfortable quality of life.
National rankings consistently highlight the region’s appeal. Harrisburg has been recognized by Forbes as one of “America’s Most Livable Cities” and by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Best Cities to Live.” Its central location places you just two to three hours from New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., making big-city amenities and weekend getaways easily accessible.
It’s a place where community, opportunity, and quality of life come together.
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