Colon & Rectal Surgery Opening in State College, PA
Summit Recruiting Group
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Surgery-Colo/Rectal
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship No
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Job Description

Last Update: 3/04/25

Colon and Rectal Surgeon Opening in State College, PA Area is surrounded by state parks Located 140 miles from Pittsburgh; 170 miles from Baltimore, MD Position Details:

  • Full-time, permanent
  • Candidates must be BC/BE
Duties: Diagnoses and treats adult diseases and injuries while addressing ways to prevent these conditions.Actively participate as a member of the healthcare team to engage patients, families, and caregivers in the coordination of patient care. Examines patient for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders and determines nature and extent of injury or disorder using medical instruments and equipment. Elicits and records information about patient's medical history. Orders or executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient's condition. Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examination, and diagnoses condition. Administers or prescribes therapeutic procedures, treatments, and drugs as indicated by diagnosis. Advises patients concerning diet, hygiene, activities, and methods for prevention of disease. May round at various hospital facilities. Takes emergency call on a rotating basis on evenings, weekends, and holidays. Refers patients to other medical specialists when indicated. Maintains patient confidentiality and follows HIPAA guidelines in accordance with federal law. Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of medicine to provide on-going patient care. Skill in taking medical history, assessing medical condition and interpreting findings. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. Demonstrated ability in specialty. Excellent bed-side manner. Willingness to keep abreast of new developments in specialty and to update knowledge and skills as needed. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly.Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Practice hours are 8:30 to 5:00 PM daily. Physicians see patients in the office and may round at Medical Center daily. Qualifications: Medical Doctor Degree (University-affiliated medical school preferred). General Surgery Resident training in university-affiliated hospital preferred. Colon and Rectal surgery fellowship Current Pennsylvania medical license (or eligibility to obtain) Current DEA registration. Past medical licensure has never been challenged, suspended or revoked. Hospital privileges have never been revoked at any hospital. No past convictions for fraud, narcotics, or any felony offense. Highlights: Stable multi-specialty group Growing patient demand, growing organization Collegial work environment that strives to provide a favorable work/life balance Location Information: State College, home to Penn State University, is a vibrant college town. It offers a diverse culture, a beautiful environment, excellent public and private schools, countless options for dining, theatre, sports and recreation, nightlife and more. This is all located within a safe, friendly community that makes the area perfect for raising a family. In fact, State College was recently named the 8th best city in the United States to move to as well as the 6th best to raise a family. University Park Airport is located only five miles from town and State College offers easy access to Interstate 80.
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