Physician Pediatrics General-1

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Luzerne County is seeking a General Pediatrician. This role involves full-time coverage with opportunities for teaching and a robust benefits package including relocation assistance and generous CME. Enjoy the scenic outdoors while serving the community in Wilkes-Barre.

Benefits

Forgivable recruitment loan

Relocation assistance

Generous CME

Comprehensive benefits package

Claims made malpractice insurance

Robust retirement plans

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine required.
• Licensed Medical Doctor in Pennsylvania.
• Entry-level position.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 hospitalist coverage.
• Teach and mentor medical residents.
• Join a stable healthcare group with over 10 years of service.

Skills

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Communication

Education

Doctor of Medicine

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Tools

EPIC

Job description

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Job Summary

Geisinger is seeking a General Pediatrician to join our team in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Wilkes-Barre sits along the scenic Susquehanna River and is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise for kayaking, whitewater rafting and hiking. It boasts an extensive system of hiking/biking trails. Four state parks and numerous ski areas make this a popular destination. Enjoy gaming at Mohegan Pennsylvania, take in a minor-league Pittsburgh Penguins hockey game and watch the Railriders baseball team at PNC Field. The arts are also an important part of Wilkes-Barre, with a Third Friday Artwalk and two large galleries, the Marquis and the Sordoni. Luzerne County is home to several major colleges and universities, including two Penn State campuses.

Job Summary

Geisinger is seeking a General Pediatrician to join our team in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Wilkes-Barre sits along the scenic Susquehanna River and is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise for kayaking, whitewater rafting and hiking. It boasts an extensive system of hiking/biking trails. Four state parks and numerous ski areas make this a popular destination. Enjoy gaming at Mohegan Pennsylvania, take in a minor-league Pittsburgh Penguins hockey game and watch the Railriders baseball team at PNC Field. The arts are also an important part of Wilkes-Barre, with a Third Friday Artwalk and two large galleries, the Marquis and the Sordoni. Luzerne County is home to several major colleges and universities, including two Penn State campuses.

Job Duties

• Full time
• 24/7 hospitalist coverage
• Large call coverage group
• Stable group over 10 years
• New position to increase patient access
• Teaching opportunities
• EMR - EPIC
  
  

Position Details

• Forgivable recruitment loan
• Relocation assistance
• Generous CME
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Claims made malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Robust retirement plans
  
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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