Core Faculty Physician – Family Medicine Residency

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 288,000 - 352,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $250k recruitment incentives

Continuing medical education funds

Paid relocation

401(k) contributions

Job summary

Geisinger in Wilkes-Barre, PA is seeking a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician with two years of clinical experience. This role involves teaching and mentoring future providers with a focus on patient-centered excellence.

Applicants should have a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, and the position offers competitive compensation starting at $320k, alongside benefits like relocation assistance and CME funds.

Qualifications

• At least two years of clinical experience treating patients of all ages.
• Prior teaching experience (residents and/or students) preferred.
• Licensed Medical Doctor in Pennsylvania required.

Responsibilities

• Teach, mentor, and inspire future family medicine providers.
• Develop curriculum and provide educational support.
• Precept a resident-led OMT clinic.

Skills

Clinical experience with patients of all ages

Teaching and mentoring

Curriculum development

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Board certification by ABFM or AOBFM

Job description

Job Summary

Seeking a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician with at least two years of clinical experience treating patients of all ages and a commitment to academic and patient-centered excellence.

Responsibilities

• Teach, mentor, and inspire future family medicine providers in a supportive, innovative environment.
• Develop curriculum, support resident recruitment, and provide didactic instruction and simulation training.
• Precept a resident‑led Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) clinic.
• Provide 60% full‑time equivalent dedicated to resident teaching; no inpatient or OB coverage.

What the Role Offers

• An opportunity to precept a resident‑led OMT clinic.
• 60% FTE dedicated to resident teaching.
• No inpatient or OB coverage.
• Faculty appointment with Geisinger College of Health Sciences.

Benefits

• Compensation base begins at $320k.
• Up to $250k recruitment incentives.
• Continuing medical education – 15 working days and $4,500 CME funds.
• Paid relocation.
• 401(k) – Geisinger annually contributes over $15k.

Why Northeast PA?

• Affordable housing for every lifestyle.
• Vibrant downtown, charming suburbs, and peaceful nature retreats.
• Outdoor recreation: hiking, camping, fishing.
• Close to colleges, restaurants, shopping.
• Less than 3 hours from NYC, DC, and Philadelphia.

Education & Experience Requirements

Applicants must have at least two years of clinical experience treating patients of all ages and be board certified by ABFM or AOBFM. Prior teaching experience (residents and/or students) is preferred. A Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree is required. Licensed Medical Doctor (State of Pennsylvania) is required.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.