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

We are proud of the support we provide:
• Medical school loan repayment
• Monthly stipend available to current residents and fellows upon signature of an offer letter
• Competitive starting salary starting at $290,000 with forgivable sign-on loans (bonus) available
• Excellent benefit package, including paid relocation, malpractice with tail coverage, and much more

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; 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Geisinger values who you are, where you are from, and where you are going. We seek out people of various backgrounds and cultures with unique abilities, non-traditional career paths and ambitious aspirations. 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. Read more about Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruiting.

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.