{"coordinates":{"latitude":40.520945,"longitude":-78.408901},"_id":"67ed2cf48cb084386c97107a","jobCode":"JOB-23217","__v":0,"address":"Altoona, PA","assignmentType":"Full-time","department":"UPMC Altoona","displayTitle":"Inpatient Psychiatrist- UPMC Altoona","jobSummary":"<p><strong>Psychiatrist – Physician, UPMC Altoona</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Position at a Glance:</strong></li><li><strong>Work Location:</strong> UPMC Altoona Hospital</li><li><strong>Address:</strong> 620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA 16601</li><li><strong>Employer: </strong>UPP Psychiatry</li><li><strong>Assignment Type Value:</strong> Full-time</li><li><strong>Shift Schedule:</strong> Day</li><li><strong>Immigration Status Considered:</strong> Accepts J1 &amp; H1B Visas</li></ul><p><br></p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>UPMC Altoona is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Psychiatrist to join our established behavioral health team.</strong> This full-time position offers the opportunity to provide exceptional psychiatric care in a collaborative and supportive environment that values professional growth, work-life balance, and meaningful contributions to the well-being of the community. Our psychiatrists are supported by a highly experienced and talented team of physician assistants, allowing you to focus on delivering outstanding patient care.</p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><br></p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\">As a member of UPMC Altoona Psychiatry, you will be part of the <strong>UPMC Behavioral Health Network</strong>, a large, academically focused system that includes more than 100 psychiatrists and advanced practice providers across the region. You will also have access to a broad network of over 200 academic colleagues in the <strong>University of Pittsburgh Department of Psychiatry</strong> at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital, one of the nation&#39;s leading academic psychiatry programs.</p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This unique combination of strong local support, an extensive clinical network, and access to world-class academic psychiatry creates an exceptional practice environment. At UPMC, you are part of something bigger: a mission-driven health system dedicated to advancing behavioral health care and providing the highest quality psychiatric services to the patients and communities we serve.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Required-</strong></li><li><span style=\"color: black;\">MD or DO</span> degree from an accredited medical school.</li><li>Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry</li><li>Eligibility for PA licensure</li><li>A commitment to patient-centered care and excellent interpersonal skills are essential, as we prioritize delivering the highest quality care in a compassionate, professional environment.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>What Can UPMC Do for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Non-Profit Health System, Employed Model <strong>*PSLF Eligible</strong></li><li><strong>C</strong>ompetitive Compensation package with the opportunity to earn additional incentives.</li><li>Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, HSA and FSA options available</li><li>Employer-paid Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage</li><li>Group Life Insurance</li><li>Paid Parental Leave</li><li>CME allowance</li><li>Tuition Assistance available for self, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents</li><li>Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance</li><li>401(a) Retirement Plan with 50% employer match (pre-tax), plus <strong>an employer-paid pension plan.</strong> Participate in both!</li><li>Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance with no tail policy required</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>About UPMC</strong></p><ul><li>UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services.</li><li>Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education.</li><li>Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania.</li><li>Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas.</li><li>UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price.</li><li>To learn more, visit <a href=\"https://upmc.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">UPMC.com</a>.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Our Values</strong></p><p>At UPMC, we’re driven by shared values that guide our work and keep us accountable to one another. Our Values of Quality &amp; Safety, Dignity &amp; Respect, Caring &amp; Listening, Responsibility &amp; Integrity, Excellence &amp; Innovation play a vital role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community.</p><p><strong>Support a Diverse Workplace</strong></p><p>UPMC respects that talent and skill are not limited but enhanced by the diversity and cultural expertise staff brings to the workplace. Having a diverse employee presence at all levels provides a wealth of benefits. It ensures we have the knowledge, critical thinking, agility, and innovation required of a leading and forward-thinking integrated health care system<strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>If you are interested in this position or would like more information, please apply today or contact</strong>: Tessa Grant, <a href=\"mailto:granttk3@upmc.edu\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">granttk3@upmc.edu</a></p>","jobType":"Physician","postedDate":"2026-06-12T17:00:45.923Z","recruiterName":"Tessa Grant","specialty":"Psychiatry","openDate":"2025-02-20T00:00:00.000Z","maxSalary":null,"minSalary":null}