Rheumatologist Physician

MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 290,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Board-Certified Rheumatologist to join their team in Northeastern Pennsylvania. This role offers a competitive starting salary of $290,000, with opportunities for academic involvement and research. The position emphasizes collaboration and support, with a focus on innovative healthcare delivery. Ideal candidates will have a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and be licensed in Pennsylvania. Enjoy a diverse and inclusive work environment that values kindness, excellence, and safety in patient care.

Benefits

Medical school loan repayment

Monthly stipend for residents and fellows

Forgivable sign-on loans

Paid relocation

Malpractice with tail coverage

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Rheumatologist required.
• Experience in patient care and research is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality rheumatological care in clinical and research settings.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring students and residents.

Skills

Rheumatology

Patient Care

Research

Teaching

Education

Doctor of Medicine

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Job description

Job Summary: Geisinger is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Rheumatologist to join our department in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

Job Duties:

At Geisinger, we've been focused on advancing the future of health for more than a century. It's that vision that has driven us to be one of the first systems to implement a robust electronic medical record system for our patients, enabling our Rheumatologists to deliver the best care possible whether in a clinical or research setting. Wherever your future takes you at Geisinger, our commitment to you is what differentiates us.

Revised compensation plan: Guaranteed base salary starting at $290,000 for candidates completing fellowship and adjusted accordingly for candidates with experience.

Opportunities available in our Northeast Region, which includes Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes Barre, PA.

At Geisinger Rheumatology, our physicians:

1. Are nationally recognized for pioneering work in advanced access and quality improvement.
2. Are innovative and active in developing new models of rheumatic healthcare delivery.
3. Participate in an excellent osteoporosis practice that utilizes a mobile DXA service.
4. Practice tertiary care medicine in a small-town atmosphere.
5. Participate in academics by teaching students, residents, and fellows and/or taking part in rheumatology grand rounds.
6. Publish and participate in research opportunities if desired.
7. Enjoy the support and collegiality of fellow rheumatologists with varied clinic interests and expertise.

We are proud of the support we provide:

1. Medical school loan repayment.
2. Monthly stipend available to current residents and fellows upon signature of an offer letter.
3. Competitive starting salary starting at $290,000 with forgivable sign-on loans (bonus) available.
4. Excellent benefit package, including paid relocation, malpractice with tail coverage, and much more.

Position Details:

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 of 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.