Hospitalist Physician Jobs in Pennsylvania
Hospitalist Physician jobs in Pennsylvania represent one of the most active physician employment markets in the Mid-Atlantic region, with demand concentrated in hospital medicine, academic medicine, and regional health system inpatient programs at every level from early-career hospitalists through seasoned medical directors. The heaviest hiring activity is in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown, where systems such as Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Lehigh Valley Health Network maintain large hospitalist programs. Nocturnist coverage, complex care management, and teaching hospitalist roles within academic medical centers are among the most consistently sought subspecialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.
ABOUT THE JOB
Penn State Health - Penn State Health Medical Group LLC
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Day
Hours: Varied
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Nicole Brandt at nbrandt@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a Full Time Academic BE/BC Hospitalist at our Hershey, PA campus to provide exceptional care to the patients in our community.
What we're offering:
- Competitive salary and generous benefits
- A collaborative environment rich with diversity
- Participation in resident and medical student education
- A high quality program with a national reputation for teaching, research, and state of the art patient care
- Interaction with dynamic clinicians across departments and participation in innovative educational approaches
- Rank commensurate with experience
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we're seeking:
- MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
- Completion of accredited training program
- BC/BE in Internal Medicine
- Ability to acquire a license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania
- Must be able to obtain valid federal and state narcotics certificates
WHY 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.
BENEFITS
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:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s 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. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
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 position's 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 Health’s 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.
INTRODUCTION
Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.
ABOUT THE JOB
Penn State Health - Penn State Health Medical Group LLC
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Day
Hours: Varied
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Nicole Brandt at nbrandt@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a Full Time Academic BE/BC Hospitalist at our Hershey, PA campus to provide exceptional care to the patients in our community.
What we're offering:
- Competitive salary and generous benefits
- A collaborative environment rich with diversity
- Participation in resident and medical student education
- A high quality program with a national reputation for teaching, research, and state of the art patient care
- Interaction with dynamic clinicians across departments and participation in innovative educational approaches
- Rank commensurate with experience
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we're seeking:
- MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
- Completion of accredited training program
- BC/BE in Internal Medicine
- Ability to acquire a license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania
- Must be able to obtain valid federal and state narcotics certificates
WHY 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.
BENEFITS
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:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s 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. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
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 position's 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 Health’s 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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Hospitalist Physician Job Market in Pennsylvania
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Who's Hiring
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hospitalist physician jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania medical license issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
- Completion of an accredited internal medicine or family medicine residency program
- Board certification or board eligibility in internal medicine or family medicine
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required for inpatient clinical settings
- Experience with electronic health records, particularly Epic or Cerner platforms
- Strong communication skills for multidisciplinary rounding and care coordination
Hospitalist Physician Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hospitalist physician in Pennsylvania?
You become a hospitalist physician in Pennsylvania by completing medical school, an accredited internal medicine or family medicine residency, and then obtaining licensure through the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine. The Board requires passing USMLE or COMLEX step exams and submitting a complete application with training verification. Most Pennsylvania employers also expect board certification through the American Board of Internal Medicine or the American Board of Family Medicine before or shortly after hire.
How much do hospitalist physicians make in Pennsylvania?
Hospitalist physicians in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $213,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,360 for the lowest 10% to over $415,810 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire hospitalist physicians in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring hospitalist physicians in Pennsylvania right now include Penn State Health, Geisinger, and Main Line Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems, including academic medical centers and community hospital networks, account for the majority of sustained hospitalist demand across the state.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most hospitalist physician jobs?
Philadelphia, Hershey, and Bryn Mawr have the most hospitalist physician openings in Pennsylvania right now. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh lead due to the density of major academic medical centers and large regional health systems headquartered there, while cities such as Allentown and Harrisburg reflect growing community hospital programs serving populous suburban and rural catchment areas outside the two main metros.
Are there remote hospitalist physician jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. Hospitalist medicine is inherently bedside work requiring physical presence for patient evaluation, rounding, and procedural responsibilities. About 0% of hospitalist physician openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles are almost exclusively in telehealth triage, utilization management, or physician advisory functions rather than direct inpatient care.
How can I get hired as a hospitalist physician in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to hospital medicine programs that accept newly graduated residents, which UPMC, Penn Medicine, and Lehigh Valley Health Network all run as structured early-career or new-graduate hospitalist tracks. Academic medical centers in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh regularly hire PGY-3 and newly board-eligible physicians. Having your Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine license active at the time of application and ACLS certification current gives you a meaningful edge over candidates still completing paperwork.
Where can I find and apply to hospitalist physician jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to hospitalist physician jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers across the state. Find roles that match your credentials and preferred location and apply directly to each one.
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