Physician Anesthesiologist

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Lackawanna County, Scranton, is seeking an Anesthesiologist. The role involves diagnosing and treating pain, managing critical care, and overseeing patient recovery during operations. Candidates must have a Doctor of Medicine or equivalent, be licensed in Pennsylvania, and have relevant certifications. This position offers a shift-based schedule without PTO or CME days.

Qualifications

• Licensed Medical Doctor in Pennsylvania is required.
• Certifications in anesthesiology and critical care medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain medical history and symptoms.
• Diagnose and design treatment plans for illness and injuries.

Skills

Pain management

Critical care medicine

Diagnostic testing

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Job description

Job Summary

Trained to provide pain relief and maintenance or restoration of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. Also provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, longstanding and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; perform direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post anesthesia recovery.
Position works on a shift‑based schedule and does not accrue PTO or CME days.

Job Duties

• Interview patients to obtain information such as symptoms, medical histories, and family histories; perform and/or interpret diagnostic tests as needed.
• Diagnose and design a plan of treatment for injuries and/or illness; may prescribe or administer medications. Prepare, maintain, and review records that include patients' histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes.

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (Required)

Licensure

• Licensed Medical Doctor – State of Pennsylvania

Experience & Certifications

Certification(s) and License(s) required; additional certifications may be preferred.

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.

EEO Statement

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, veteran status.