PA Neonatal Perinatal - Neonatology

Penn State Health•Lancaster, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join its Neonatology team. The role provides care in a Level II NICU, with additional responsibilities in the well-baby nursery and delivery room. A backup neonatologist is available overnight for consultation. After a structured orientation period, the PA will be credentialed to work independently and collaboratively with attending physicians, peers, and other healthcare team members to provide specialty care to critically ill and newborn patients. Within the scope of practice, the PA may order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory work and imaging studies, and prescribe medications and interventions. The position is based in an inpatient critical care setting and provides comprehensive neonatal care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
National board certification.
Current Pennsylvania Physician Assistant license or eligibility for licensure.
At least one year of experience as a Physician Assistant in neonatal critical care.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Responsibilities

Provide specialty care to critically ill and newborn patients in an inpatient critical care setting.
Practice in the Level II NICU and provide care in the well-baby nursery and delivery room.
Work independently and collaboratively with attending physicians, peers, and other healthcare team members.
Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory work and imaging studies, within scope of practice.
Prescribe medications and interventions consistent with scope of practice.

Benefits

Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period.
Employee wellness programs and fitness discounts, including University Fitness Center and Peloton.
Paid time off, personal time, and paid parental leave.
Retirement benefits, Extended Illness Bank, life insurance, and identity theft protection.
Competitive pay.
Tuition reimbursement.
PAWS UP employee recognition program.
Learning and Organizational Development resources.
Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.