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Job Title Emergency Medicine Locum Physician Location Wilkes-Barre, PA Job Category Physician Schedule Rotation Work Type Part time Department Emergency Medicine Department Date posted 06/25/2025 Job ID R-81005

Job Summary

Geisinger is seeking Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Emergency Medicine Physicians to join our team as locum providers to support per diem needs across our emergency departments. Whether you prefer high-acuity tertiary care centers or smaller community hospitals, we offer flexible opportunities with robust support and resources.

Job Duties

Why Choose Geisinger?

  • Competitive Rate:$270/hour

  • Travel & Lodging:Coordinated and fully paid

  • Scheduling:Blocked shifts available

  • Malpractice Coverage:Industry-leading $100M coverage with tail

  • Direct Engagement:Work directly with Geisinger—no agency middleman

  • Career Path:“Try before you buy” – explore full-time opportunities if desired

Innovative Emergency Medicine at Geisinger

  • Residency Programs:One established EM residency; second launching July 2026

  • Fellowships:Ultrasound and Sports Medicine

  • Pediatric EM:Growing subspecialty program

  • Trauma & Stroke:Designated trauma centers and comprehensive stroke centers

  • Cardiac Care:Heart Attack Centers in Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, and Danville

  • EMS Excellence:9 helicopters, 6 bases, 2 Critical Care Ground Transports, and a nationally recognized Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) program

  • Integrated Care:Embedded care managers and clinical pharmacists

  • Technology:Epic EMR system with ambient dictation

  • Leadership:Active roles in ACEP, PACEP, ABEM, EMS, Research, and Education

Qualifications

  • MD or DO degree

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine

  • Eligible for medical licensure in Pennsylvania

Ready to Join Us?

To learn more or apply, contactMiranda Graceatmlgrace@geisinger.eduor clickApply Now.

Education

Doctoral Degree- (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania

Skills

Patient Care And Procedural Skills; Systems-Based Practice; Professional Etiquette

About Geisinger

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Our Vision & Values

Everything we do is about making better health easier 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.

Our Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.

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