Limb Salvage Physician - Geisinger

Job Summary

At Geisinger, we’ve been focused on advancing the future of health for more than a century. Today, we continue down the path of innovation by expanding our Musculoskeletal Institute, a national leader in quality, innovation, research and education. Our mission at the Institute is to provide the highest-quality care, to improve mobility and to enhance the quality of life of our patients including professional, collegiate, and high school athletes in our communities. Advancing the science of orthopedic surgery and its related disciplines through research and education is at the forefront of our practice – reinforcing the mindset of “all things possible.”We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Limb Salvage and Diabetic Surgical Management to join our team in Danville, Pennsylvania. As an integral member of our orthopedic department, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive surgical care to patients with complex limb conditions and diabetic foot-related problems. Your expertise in limb preservation, reconstruction, and diabetic surgical management will contribute to improving the quality of life for our patients.

Job Duties

• Conduct a wide range of limb salvage surgeries, including bone reconstruction, joint preservation, soft tissue repair, and limb lengthening. Additionally, undertake diabetic surgical interventions such as diabetic foot ulcer management, wound debridement, and amputation when necessary.
• Pursue ongoing education and training opportunities to enhance surgical skills, stay updated with emerging trends in orthopedic surgery, and maintain professional certifications and licenses.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, documenting medical history, surgical procedures, treatment plans, and post-operative progress. Adhere to institutional and legal guidelines concerning patient privacy and data security.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in limb salvage techniques, diabetic foot management, and surgical technologies. Actively participate in research initiatives, clinical trials, and professional conferences to contribute to medical knowledge and improve patient outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, explaining diagnoses, treatment options, risks, and benefits in a compassionate and understandable manner. Provide guidance on post-operative care, rehabilitation protocols, and preventive measures to minimize complications and optimize outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including endocrinologists, podiatrists, vascular surgeons, and infectious disease specialists, to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Ensure seamless coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patient's treatment journey.
• Assess patients' medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic test results to determine the most appropriate treatment plans. Utilize advanced imaging techniques and diagnostic tools to accurately diagnose and evaluate limb and foot-related conditions.

Geisinger takes pride in the support we provide our physicians to promote a healthy work/life balance:

• Medical school loan repayment
• Monthly stipend available to current residents and fellows upon signature of an offer letter
• Competitive straight salary model linked to quality and value versus productivity measures
• Excellent benefit package, including Malpractice & Tail coverage
• Full relocation reimbursement
• 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

Position Details

Qualifications:

- Medical degree from an accredited institution.

- Board eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery. Academic Pathway available for foreign candidates

- J-1 Visa Sponsorship Possible

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.