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Job Summary

Geisinger is seeking a BC/BE Ophthalmologist - Retina Specialist. A successful candidate will join a collegial and well-established practice with more than 20 doctors representing multi-specialty Ophthalmologists and Optometrists. Join our retina specialist here at Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV) in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Our new associate will acquire an existing robust practice in their respective specialty. These are fantastic opportunities for new graduates or experienced Ophthalmologists.

Job Duties

Details:

• Practice location attached to the outpatient surgery center
• Growing ophthalmology residency program at Geisinger gives great opportunity to mentor and teach 

Qualifications

MD or DO degree

Board Certified/Board Eligible

Eligibility for Pennsylvania medical licensure

We offer:

Medical school loan repayment

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

Nearby Geisinger hospital for cases requiring higher level of care Minimal travel to other facilities

Pascal laser

Shared call (home call) with resident support

Highly trained and experienced support + medical staff

Extensive diagnostic/treatment tools including OCT/OCTA, fluorescein and ICG angiography, widefield imaging, echography, and photodynamic therapy

Position Details

Living in Pennsylvania

Geisinger offers an exceptional blend of clinical excellence and quality of life. Located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, the region provides an affordable, relaxed pace of living with scenic views along the Susquehanna River and easy access to the natural beauty of the Pocono Mountains.

The area is known for its strong school systems, safe communities, and affordable housing options, making it an ideal place to settle and grow. Residents enjoy a wide range of cultural and recreational activities, along with year-round outdoor opportunities including hiking, skiing, fishing, canoeing, and mountain biking.

For those seeking the energy of a larger city, major metropolitan areas such as New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. are all within a convenient day’s drive.

Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine- (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania

Skills

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

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.