Physician Ophthalmology Retinal Surgery

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical school loan repayment

Malpractice & Tail coverage

Relocation assistance

Opportunities for teaching and research

Fully integrated electronic health record (Epic)

Job summary

Geisinger in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, is expanding its ophthalmology residency program and seeking qualified MD or DO candidates for a unique opportunity. This role involves mentoring residents and utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic tools while being supported by a cohesive medical team.

The position offers competitive salary, excellent benefits including medical school loan repayment, and relocation assistance. The region promotes a balanced lifestyle close to NYC and Philadelphia, making it ideal for professionals seeking both career and personal fulfillment.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible.
• Eligibility for Pennsylvania medical licensure is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and teach in a growing ophthalmology residency.
• Utilize extensive diagnosis and treatment tools.
• Support from advanced practitioners and specialists.

Education

MD or DO degree

Board Certified/Board Eligible

Eligibility for Pennsylvania medical licensure

Job description

Our practice:

• Growing ophthalmology residency at Geisinger gives great opportunity to mentor and teach
• Highly trained and experienced support and medical staff
• Extensive diagnosis/treatment tools including OCT/OCAT/ fluorescein and ICG angiography, widefiled imaging, echogrpahy, and photodynamic therapy.
• Geisinger owned surgical facilities- on main campus and nearby outpatient surgery center
• Support from Advance Practitioners
• Clinics have over 50 exam rooms
• Shared call (home call)
• A large referral base from our onsite Optometrists, local Ophthalmologists and physicians in our satellite offices

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

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Board Certified/Board Eligible
• Eligibility for Pennsylvania medical licensure

The region offers a hassle-free community living allowing for a balanced professional career and a fulfilling personal lifestyle while in close proximity to NYC and Philadelphia. A truly great opportunity to join the ever growing Geisinger system. Geisinger is a physician led system offering comprehensive patient care to a large rural and urban population in central and northeast Pennsylvania. We are the region's largest healthcare employer.