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		<title>SCP348</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Neurology in Northeast Nevada
Enjoy exceptional earning potential supported by excellent payer climate and strong economy in Nevada. Opportunity is for a physician to establish a solo private practice with competitive income guarantee or to be employed. Full benefit package available, including paid malpractice, CME, paid time off, major medical, dental, vision, 401K, etc. Sign on [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Neurology in Northeast Nevada</p>
<p>Enjoy exceptional earning potential supported by excellent payer climate and strong economy in Nevada. Opportunity is for a physician to establish a solo private practice with competitive income guarantee or to be employed. Full benefit package available, including paid malpractice, CME, paid time off, major medical, dental, vision, 401K, etc. Sign on bonus, student loan assistance and educational stipend negotiable. A candidate who is fellowship trained in stroke, epilepsy, sleep EMGG, or pain management would have to be willing to do general neurology in addition to specialization. This is a replacement position.</p>
<p>Fully equipped regional hospital opened in 2001. The area offers a great outdoor lifestyle with magnificent mountain ranges, abundant wildlife and plenty of fresh air. With a moderate dry climate, the area is a virtual vacation paradise for any fisherman, hunter, hiker or outdoor enthusiast. Lots of wide-open spaces, beautiful terrain, skiing, golf, festivals, cowboy poetry and multi-ethnic dining options. Only three hours from Salt Lake City, four hours to Reno and two hours to Twin Falls, ID.   </p>
<p>Recent equipment additions include a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, state-of-the-art MRI unit, CT Scanner, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography, Computerized Radiology and Ultrasound. The hospital also serves as a teaching institution for the Nursing program at Great Basin College and the Residency/ Medical Student Program at the University of Nevada.</p>
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		<title>SCP347</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2010 18:10:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This hospital is an 80+ bed General Acute Care Hospital located 75 miles from Provo, Utah. We have an excellent opportunity for a well-trained Otolaryngologist to join our community. The community offers a wealth of recreational activities including, hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, boating, camping, etc. It is only 2 short hours from Moab, Utah the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This hospital is an 80+ bed General Acute Care Hospital located 75 miles from Provo, Utah. We have an excellent opportunity for a well-trained Otolaryngologist to join our community. The community offers a wealth of recreational activities including, hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, boating, camping, etc. It is only 2 short hours from Moab, Utah the mountain biking capital of the World.  It has a wonderful climate with sunshine almost 325 days of the year. Join an existing call group (making call 1:3). Highly competitive compensation packages offered, including; MGMA income guarantee, relocation assistance, negotiable sign-on bonus.</p>
<p>The hospital&#8217;s services include a 24 hour Emergency Department as well as a multi purpose Intensive Care Unit (cardiac, medical, surgical, pediatric), a Cardiac Care Unit, a newborn nursery and a full line of rehabilitative services. The hospital also provides a complete range of diagnostic imaging services, including digital mammography, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, and bone densitometry in addition to CT and MRI. Medical Center.</p>
<p>The city enjoys an enviable climate, with mild winters and low humidity year-round. Thanks to easy access to both I-15 and I-70, the cities of Provo and Salt Lake City are both within easy driving distance. Cultural activities on the campus include art, music, theatre, dance and concerts. There are numerous celebrations and festivals throughout the year, including a Greek Festival, triathlons, rodeos, stock car racing, and mountain bike and as well as art festivals.</p>
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		<title>SCP346</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2010 18:01:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This hospital is an 80+ bed General Acute Care Hospital located 75 miles from Provo, Utah. We have an excellent opportunity for a well-trained Pediatrician to join our community. The community offers a wealth of recreational activities including, hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, boating, camping, etc. It is only 2 short hours from Moab, Utah the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This hospital is an 80+ bed General Acute Care Hospital located 75 miles from Provo, Utah. We have an excellent opportunity for a well-trained Pediatrician to join our community. The community offers a wealth of recreational activities including, hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, boating, camping, etc. It is only 2 short hours from Moab, Utah the mountain biking capital of the World.  It has a wonderful climate with sunshine almost 325 days of the year. Join an existing call group (making call 1:3). Highly competitive compensation packages offered, including; MGMA income guarantee, relocation assistance, negotiable sign-on bonus.</p>
<p>The hospital&#8217;s services include a 24 hour Emergency Department as well as a multi purpose Intensive Care Unit (cardiac, medical, surgical, pediatric), a Cardiac Care Unit, a newborn nursery and a full line of rehabilitative services. The hospital also provides a complete range of diagnostic imaging services, including digital mammography, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, and bone densitometry in addition to CT and MRI. Medical Center.</p>
<p>The city enjoys an enviable climate, with mild winters and low humidity year-round. Thanks to easy access to both I-15 and I-70, the cities of Provo and Salt Lake City are both within easy driving distance. Cultural activities on the campus include art, music, theatre, dance and concerts. There are numerous celebrations and festivals throughout the year, including a Greek Festival, triathlons, rodeos, stock car racing, and mountain bike and as well as art festivals.</p>
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		<title>SCP345</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:40:54 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Family Practice]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Northeast Utah
This medical center is actively seeking a Family Physician to begin a new practice in Utah.  Why Utah? There&#8217;s something for everyone: hiker, hunter, rock climber, angler, camper, photographer, cross-country skier or snowmobile rider family friendly living and the best in small-town living with stunning scenery and abundant resources for the outdoor lover. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Northeast Utah</p>
<p>This medical center is actively seeking a Family Physician to begin a new practice in Utah.  Why Utah? There&#8217;s something for everyone: hiker, hunter, rock climber, angler, camper, photographer, cross-country skier or snowmobile rider family friendly living and the best in small-town living with stunning scenery and abundant resources for the outdoor lover.  The atmosphere is peaceful and quiet, the scenery is spectacular, and the air is clean.  The area has very low crime, an excellent climate with higher than average temperature, more days of sunshine than the rest of the US.  The practice offers 1:6 call, look no further!</p>
<p>The medical center is a 35+bed acute care Joint Commission accredited facility providing a comprehensive range of services.  The hospital recently completed an expansion that included a new ICU, an outpatient surgery department and an expanded 24-hour emergency room that treats 14,000+ patients a year. The new OB department features two birthing suites that deliver over 450 babies a year.  </p>
<p>The community offers numerous educational opportunities, beginning with a strong public school system. Utah State University has a branch campus that offers bachelors, masters and doctorate degrees. Uintah Basin Applied Technology and Weber State University offer Radiology Tech, LPN, RN, and Laboratory Tech degrees.</p>
<p>Boating, fishing, hiking, white-water rafting, mountain biking, camping &#8211; whatever your outdoor passion, it&#8217;s all here. The Uinta Mountains, the highest in Utah, surround the area with hundreds of lakes and streams teaming with trout. Flaming Gorge Reservoir offers spectacular outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, camping, biking and hiking. The Green River provides blue-ribbon trout fishing and exciting white-water rafting. Nine-Mile Canyon features a breathtaking corridor of Fremont Indian petroglyphs and pictographs. Dry Fork Canyon, Jones Holes and Echo Park also feature these spectacular drawings.</p>
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		<title>SCP344</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:20:38 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Internal Medicine]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Internal Medicine physicians needed to join community. Call 1:4, not a hospitalist position, but a traditional in and out patient position.  This position could be as an employed physician or as an independent contractor. 
The medical center is a 35+bed acute care Joint Commission accredited facility providing a comprehensive range of services.  The [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Internal Medicine physicians needed to join community. Call 1:4, not a hospitalist position, but a traditional in and out patient position.  This position could be as an employed physician or as an independent contractor. </p>
<p>The medical center is a 35+bed acute care Joint Commission accredited facility providing a comprehensive range of services.  The hospital recently completed an expansion that included a new ICU, an outpatient surgery department and an expanded 24 hour emergency room that treats 14,000+ patients a year. The new OB department features two birthing suites that deliver over 450 babies a year.  </p>
<p>The community offers numerous educational opportunities, beginning with a strong public school system. Utah State University has a branch campus that offers bachelors, masters and doctorate degrees. Uintah Basin Applied Technology and Weber State University offer Radiology Tech, LPN, RN, and Laboratory Tech degrees.</p>
<p>Boating, fishing, hiking, white-water rafting, mountain biking, camping &#8211; whatever your outdoor passion, it&#8217;s all here. The Uinta Mountains, the highest in Utah, surround the area with hundreds of lakes and streams teaming with trout. Flaming Gorge Reservoir offers spectacular outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, camping, biking and hiking. The Green River provides blue-ribbon trout fishing and exciting white-water rafting. Nine-Mile Canyon features a breathtaking corridor of Fremont Indian petroglyphs and pictographs. Dry Fork Canyon, Jones Holes and Echo Park also feature these spectacular drawings.</p>
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		<title>SCP343</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:29:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Northeast Utah
This great opportunity is a solo private practice that is looking for a Neurologist to join their team, with competitive gross hospital income guarantee plus all overheard expenses paid. Could also be a salaried W-2 employed position with full benefits package including paid malpractice, CME, time off, major medical, dental, vision, 401K, etc. Sign [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Northeast Utah</p>
<p>This great opportunity is a solo private practice that is looking for a Neurologist to join their team, with competitive gross hospital income guarantee plus all overheard expenses paid. Could also be a salaried W-2 employed position with full benefits package including paid malpractice, CME, time off, major medical, dental, vision, 401K, etc. Sign on bonus negotiable.  The atmosphere is peaceful and quiet, the scenery is spectacular and the air is clean.  The area has very low crime, an excellent climate with higher than average temperature, more days of sunshine than the rest of the US.</p>
<p>The medical center is a 35+bed acute care Joint Commission accredited facility providing a comprehensive range of services.  The hospital recently completed an expansion that included a new ICU, an outpatient surgery department and an expanded 24 hour emergency room that treats 14,000+ patients a year. The new OB department features two birthing suites that deliver over 450 babies a year.  </p>
<p>The community offers numerous educational opportunities, beginning with a strong public school system. Utah State University has a branch campus that offers bachelors, masters and doctorate degrees. Uintah Basin Applied Technology and Weber State University offer Radiology Tech, LPN, RN, and Laboratory Tech degrees.</p>
<p>Boating, fishing, hiking, white-water rafting, mountain biking, camping &#8211; whatever your outdoor passion, it&#8217;s all here. The Uinta Mountains, the highest in Utah, surround the area with hundreds of lakes and streams teaming with trout. Flaming Gorge Reservoir offers spectacular outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, camping, biking and hiking. The Green River provides blue-ribbon trout fishing and exciting white-water rafting. Nine-Mile Canyon features a breathtaking corridor of Fremont Indian petroglyphs and pictographs. Dry Fork Canyon, Jones Holes and Echo Park also feature these spectacular drawings.</p>
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		<title>SCP342</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2010 18:27:45 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Hospitalist]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Northeast Indiana
This hospital is a reputable facility including a collegial medical staff of over 700 physicians and still growing.  As a result, we are looking for a BC/BE internal medicine physician to join our hospitalist team.  The opportunities include a schedule of 7 on, 7 off; work one 12 hour shift every 3 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Northeast Indiana</p>
<p>This hospital is a reputable facility including a collegial medical staff of over 700 physicians and still growing.  As a result, we are looking for a BC/BE internal medicine physician to join our <strong>hospitalist</strong> team.  The opportunities include a schedule of 7 on, 7 off; work one 12 hour shift every 3 days (other shifts &#8211; 8 hours) no call is required.  Locums opportunities at other hospitals in the region is also a possibility if desired.  A comprehensive compensation package may include: Salary plus incentive, Sign On/Commencement bonus, Relocation Assistance, Medical Education Debt Repayment Assistance, Stipend During Residency, and Health and Retirement Benefits.</p>
<p>This hospital is a 400+ bed tertiary facility located in Indiana. delivering healthcare to over 1.3 million residents. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) and offers a wide range of services, including: Cardiac Services (cardiac research, open heart, and heart transplantation), Renal Transplant, Oncology, GI/Endoscopy,  Pediatrics, OB, Orthopedics, Occupational Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Sleep Lab, Inpatient and Outpatient Surgery and Diabetes Treatment Center.</p>
<p>This community in Indiana is a great place to live and work. The community is affordable with a cost of living 9% below national average.  The education system includes universities, colleges and excellent private and public schools.  Art and cultural activities are abundant with an award winning zoo, nature trails, orchestra, museum in addition to professional sports, minor league and Division I college sports.  Furthermore, it is a short drive to major metropolitan areas like Indianapolis, Chicago and Cincinnati. </p>
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		<title>SCP127</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:18:20 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Internal Medicine]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Northeast Indiana
Established Physician Looking for a Partner!
This hospital is seeking to recruit a BC/BE Internal Medicine Physician to join the practice of an established Internist.  Partnership track available and current call is 1:4.  Great opportunity to grow with a practice! Diverse population. The hospital is an 180+ bed facility with a medical staff [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Northeast Indiana</p>
<p>Established Physician Looking for a Partner!</p>
<p>This hospital is seeking to recruit a BC/BE Internal Medicine Physician to join the practice of an established Internist.  Partnership track available and current call is 1:4.  Great opportunity to grow with a practice! Diverse population. The hospital is an 180+ bed facility with a medical staff of over 500 physicians.  A comprehensive compensation package will be offered and may include: a salary plus incentive, relocation assistance, a CME allowance, and a sign on bonus.</p>
<p>This community in Indiana is a great place to live and work. The community is affordable with a cost of living 9% below national average.  The education system includes universities, colleges and excellent private and public schools.  Art and cultural activities are abundant with an award winning zoo, nature trails, orchestra, museum in addition to professional sports, minor league and Division I college sports.  Furthermore, it is a short drive to major metropolitan areas like Indianapolis, Chicago and Cincinnati. </p>
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		<title>SCP341</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:03:20 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Hospitalist]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Southwest Virginia
This hospital is recruiting two additional hospitalists to join their medical staff.  Currently there are four hospitalists providing coverage.  A competitive financial package that includes a sign on bonus, full benefits, production incentives and much more will be offered.  
This is a 200+ bed, full service, acute care community hospital. The [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Southwest Virginia</p>
<p>This hospital is recruiting two additional hospitalists to join their medical staff.  Currently there are four hospitalists providing coverage.  A competitive financial package that includes a sign on bonus, full benefits, production incentives and much more will be offered.  </p>
<p>This is a 200+ bed, full service, acute care community hospital. The hospital continues to grow and improve health care services to meet the changing needs of the region. The hospital also recently completed an expansive renovation project designed to separate inpatient and outpatient services, improve the flow of people in the hospital, and provide more convenient and efficient services to our patients.  This facility has a Hospitalist program that can assist you with your program.</p>
<p>The community offers ample public and private schools, which provide sound educational support from primary through higher education. High school graduates attend such outstanding universities as the College of William and Mary, University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest and University of North Carolina. Nearby is the home of The Virginia Museum of Natural History and the Piedmont Arts Association, which is affiliated with the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, and offers performing arts series, ongoing fine arts exhibits, and educational classes.</p>
<p>The area is a haven for fishermen and water sports enthusiasts. The 3,000 acre Philpott Lake boasts an undeveloped shoreline. Smith Mountain Lake has 500 miles of shoreline and offers water activities, lodging, fishing and big boating sports. The Smith River offers some of the best native brown trout fishing in the state. And Fairy Stone State Park offers 4,750 acres of hiking, picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing, tent sites, RV hookups, cabins and camping lodges. The area has four private golf clubs, and two public courses.</p>
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		<title>SCP310</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2010 14:43:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Southwest Virginia
A hospital in Southwest Virginia is seeking an additional otolaryngologist to join their medical staff. The facility is located within 50 miles of Greensboro, North Carolina.  There is a shared call schedule of 1:3.  The physician would take over an established practice and the medical staff is in full support of the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Southwest Virginia</p>
<p>A hospital in Southwest Virginia is seeking an additional otolaryngologist to join their medical staff. The facility is located within 50 miles of Greensboro, North Carolina.  There is a shared call schedule of 1:3.  The physician would take over an established practice and the medical staff is in full support of the addition.  The physician would enjoy a strong financial package with production incentives, relocation, a sign on bonus and much more.   </p>
<p> This hospital is a 200+ bed, full service, acute care community hospital. It continues to grow and improve health care services to meet the changing needs of the region. The hospital also recently completed an expansive renovation project designed to separate inpatient and outpatient services, improve the flow of people in the hospital, and provide more convenient and efficient services to our patients. </p>
<p>The community offers ample public and private schools, which provide sound educational support from primary through higher education. High school graduates attend such outstanding universities as the College of William and Mary, University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest and University of North Carolina. Nearby is the home of The Virginia Museum of Natural History and the Piedmont Arts Association, which is affiliated with the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, and offers performing arts series, ongoing fine arts exhibits, and educational classes.</p>
<p>The area is a haven for fishermen and water sports enthusiasts. The 3,000 acre Philpott Lake boasts an undeveloped shoreline. Smith Mountain Lake has 500 miles of shoreline and offers water activities, lodging, fishing and big boating sports. The Smith River offers some of the best native brown trout fishing in the state. And Fairy Stone State Park offers 4,750 acres of hiking, picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing, tent sites, RV hookups, cabins and camping lodges. The area has four private golf clubs, and two public courses.</p>
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