Palliative Care Physician – Oncology Integrated, Danville

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$60k starting bonus

Full relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous PTO and CME support

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Palliative Medicine Physician at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. This unique opportunity calls for collaboration within a physician-led, nationally recognized health system focused on delivering quality patient-centered care.

The role involves working with a palliative care team, providing comprehensive care, and assisting in complex treatment plans. Attractive benefits include a $60k signing bonus and supportive programs aimed at physician well-being.

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Palliative Medicine.
• Licensed Medical Doctor in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary palliative care team.
• Provide inpatient consults and outpatient clinic care.
• Participate in tumor boards and interdisciplinary care planning.

Skills

Palliative care expertise

Inpatient and outpatient care

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Job description

Job Summary

Geisinger’s Cancer Institute is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Palliative Medicine Physician to join our team at Geisinger Medical Center (GMC) in Danville, Pennsylvania—our flagship hospital and largest tertiary/quaternary care campus. This is a unique opportunity to practice within a physician-led, nationally recognized health system, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while collaborating across a highly integrated oncology platform.

Job Summary

Geisinger’s Cancer Institute is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Palliative Medicine Physician to join our team at Geisinger Medical Center (GMC) in Danville, Pennsylvania—our flagship hospital and largest tertiary/quaternary care campus. This is a unique opportunity to practice within a physician-led, nationally recognized health system, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care while collaborating across a highly integrated oncology platform.

Job Duties

Why Join Geisinger?

• Physician-led organization that empowers providers and prioritizes quality, innovation, and clinical excellence
• Practice at Geisinger Medical Center, the region’s largest academic medical center offering advanced specialty care and a Level I trauma center
• Culture grounded in collaboration, learning, and multidisciplinary care delivery
• Fully integrated EPIC electronic health record system across the enterprise
• Strong commitment to professional growth, mentorship, and academic engagement
  
  

Position Highlights

• Join a multidisciplinary palliative care team embedded within the Geisinger Cancer Institute
• Provide a blend of inpatient consults and outpatient clinic care in collaboration with oncology and specialty teams
• Work alongside medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, and supportive care services in a coordinated care model
• Participate in tumor boards and interdisciplinary care planning, ensuring seamless patient-centered treatment
• Opportunity to support complex care across one of the most comprehensive cancer programs in the region
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation model aligned with quality and value
• Recruitment incentives, including $60k starting bonus and full relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits package including malpractice with tail coverage, retirement plans, and health benefits
• Generous PTO, CME support, and professional development opportunities
• Programs designed to support physician well-being, career growth, and long-term stability
  
  

Life in Danville, PA

Danville offers a welcoming, family-friendly community with access to exceptional outdoor and cultural experiences:

• Affordable cost of living with short commutes and high quality of life
• Access to outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, and nearby state parks
• Close proximity to major metro areas including Philadelphia and New York City
• Vibrant local events, dining, and community festivals just minutes from campus
  
  

Position Details

Questions? Please contact Jenna Spatafore, Recruitment Manager at 570-502-0902 or [e-mail]

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 to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.