Comprehensive Ophthalmologist - Geisinger

MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society; Pittston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a BC/BE Ophthalmologist to join a collaborative team in Pittston, Pennsylvania. This is an excellent opportunity for both new graduates and experienced professionals to step into a robust practice. The role offers a competitive salary model focused on quality and value, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a community that provides easy access to major cities like NYC and Philadelphia, while being part of a team dedicated to patient care, innovation, and excellence. If you're passionate about making a difference in the field of ophthalmology, this position is for you.

Benefits

Medical school loan repayment

Malpractice & Tail coverage

Relocation assistance

Opportunities for teaching and research

Professional mentorship and growth

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed medical doctor in Pennsylvania.
• Experience in patient care and treatment planning is essential.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to gather medical histories and symptoms.
• Diagnose conditions and design treatment plans.

Skills

Patient Diagnosis

Treatment Planning

Medical History Evaluation

Interpreting Diagnostic Tests

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Tools

Epic Electronic Health Record

Job description

Job Summary

Geisinger is seeking BC/BE Ophthalmologist- Comprehensive. A successful candidate will join a collegial and well-established practice with more than 20 doctors representing multi-specialty Ophthalmologists and Optometrists.

Our new associates will acquire an existing robust practice in their respective specialty. These are fantastic opportunities for new graduates or experienced Ophthalmologists.

Opportunity is available at our New Healthplex in Pittston, Pennsylvania. The region offers hassle-free community living allowing for a balanced professional career and a fulfilling personal lifestyle while in close proximity to NYC and Philadelphia.

We offer:

• Medical school loan repayment available
• Competitive straight salary model linked to quality and value versus productivity measures
• Excellent benefits package, including Malpractice & Tail coverage
• Relocation assistance
• Opportunities to participate in teaching, research, and optimizing access for patients
• Fully integrated electronic health record (Epic)
• Support and leadership from a full range of dedicated, experienced specialists & subspecialists
• Professional opportunities for mentorship, growth, and advancement

Position Details

Interviews patients to obtain information such as symptoms, medical histories, and family histories. Performs and/or interprets diagnostic tests as needed.

Diagnoses and designs a plan of treatment for injuries and/or illness. May prescribe or administer medications. Prepares, maintains, and reviews records that include patients' histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes.

Work is typically performed in a clinical and office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Education: Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine - (Required)

Experience:

Certification(s) and License(s): Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family, and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

We offer healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation, and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members, and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.