Physician Emergency Medicine

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Annual CME funding

Malpractice and tail coverage

Employer retirement contributions

Job summary

Geisinger, a physician-led health system in Northeast Pennsylvania, is expanding its Emergency Medicine and Pediatric Emergency Medicine teams. You will practice at the top of your specialty while contributing to the future of emergency care across the region.

We offer academic appointments, residencies, and extensive support within a collaborative environment, with features such as CME funding, relocation assistance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine required.
• Current licensure to practice medicine in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients to obtain information such as symptoms and histories.
• Diagnose and design a plan of treatment for injuries or illness.
• Prescribe or administer medications as needed and maintain patient records.

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Job Summary

Geisinger I Emergency Medicine & Pediatric Emergency Medicine I Northeast Pennsylvania At Geisinger, a nationally recognized, physician-led health system, we're expanding our Emergency Medicine and Pediatric Emergency Medicine teams across Northeast Pennsylvania and seeking passionate physicians who want to practice at the top of their specialty while helping shape the future of emergency care.

Why Geisinger?

• Physician-led, nationally recognized health system
• Academic appointments and teaching opportunities through Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
• Two Geisinger Emergency Medicine Residency Programs
• Ultrasound and Sports Medicine Fellowship programs
• Leadership, quality improvement, and research opportunities
• EPIC electronic medical record system
• Collaborative multidisciplinary teams with dedicated pharmacists, care managers, APPs, and specialty support

Advanced Emergency & Pediatric Care

• Robust EMS network with 9 helicopters, 6 bases, and critical care ground transport teams
• Level I Trauma and Comprehensive Stroke Centers Expanding Pediatric Emergency Medicine program with a pediatric readiness score of 97
• Pediatric specialty support, NICU services, pediatric resource nurse team, and partnership with CHOP
• High‑acuity clinical environment with opportunities for program development and innovation

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

• Emergency Medicine recruitment incentives
• Competitive straight salary
• Relocation assistance
• Annual CME funding
• Malpractice and tail coverage
• Employer retirement contributions and comprehensive benefits package

Nestled in Northeast Pennsylvania, you'll enjoy:

• Hiking, skiing, biking, kayaking and outdoor adventure
• AAA RailRiders Baseball, Penguins hockey, concerts, casinos, and cultural event
• Excellent public and private schools
• Easy access to New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and New Jersey beaches
• Whether you're an experienced physician or finishing residency or fellowship, Geisinger offers the support, innovation, and career growth to help you thrive

Position Details

An emergency physician who has special qualifications to manage emergencies in infants and children.

Position works on a shift-based schedule and does not accrue PTO or CME days.

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

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.

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.