Trauma Critical Care Surgeon - Geisinger
Wilkes-Barre, PA
About the Job
Job Summary
Job Duties
Geisinger’s Northeast Pennsylvania Trauma department is seeking BE/BC Critical Care Trauma Surgeons to join their state verified Level I Trauma Center located in Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania.
This is an outstanding opportunity for another member to join our team in providing care to patients in all three facets of Acute Care Surgery.
+ In addition to providing coverage of the trauma service and surgical critical care, there is an active emergency general surgery service, with dedicated OR tim
+ Our Trauma dept includes five Critical Care Trauma Surgeons and a team of Physician Assistants assisting with the care of the patients in both the inpatient setting, and in the trauma/ emergency general surgery clinic
+ The trauma program is supported by a surgical residency program
+ Additional PI staff, outreach, and registry staff who facilitate patient care
+ Employed position with Geisinger
+ Opportunity to participate in clinical research and teach residents
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the candidate will have the option to conduct clinical research and be involved in resident and medical student education with the potential for an academic appointment at the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine commensurate with your experience. This is an ideal opportunity for a seeking a desirable work/life balance with a focus on providing excellent patient care
+ Fully paid relocation with generous PTO (4 weeks) and annual CME time (3 weeks)
+ Malpractice & Tail coverage for Geisinger employment
+ Excellent benefits package including 401 (k), 403(b) and 457(b),life insurance, AD&D and disability coverage
+ Fully integrated electronic health record -EPIC
+ Forgivable recruitment loan/ Medical School loan repayment (Resident/ Fellows) may be available upon signing
+ Support and leadership from a full range of dedicated, experienced specialists & subspecialists
Living in Northeast Pennsylvania
+ Safe neighborhoods, affordable housing, and Natural Beauty collide
+ 2 hours to New York City and Philadelphia
+ International Airport, Sporting Events, Ski Resorts, and Fine Dining
+ 9 Universities and Graduate Institutions in the immediate area plus excellent public and private schools
+ Local mountain range provides great fishing, skiing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, and biking
+ Enjoy a day trip to NYC, the Beach, or the mountains in the Poconos
+ Progressive and diverse city region of over 550K
For more information, contact:
Sarah Lipka, Talent Management Consultant, Geisinger
slipka1@geisinger.edu (dreed1@geisinger.edu) or 570-271-5406
Position Details
+ Interviews patients to obtain information such as symptoms, medical histories, and family histories. Performs and/or interprets diagnostic tests as needed.
+ Diagnose and design a plan of treatment for injuries and/or illness. May prescribe or administer medications. Prepares, maintains, and reviews records that include patients' histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes.
Work is typically performed in a clinical and office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
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.
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.
Job Duties
Geisinger’s Northeast Pennsylvania Trauma department is seeking BE/BC Critical Care Trauma Surgeons to join their state verified Level I Trauma Center located in Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania.
This is an outstanding opportunity for another member to join our team in providing care to patients in all three facets of Acute Care Surgery.
+ In addition to providing coverage of the trauma service and surgical critical care, there is an active emergency general surgery service, with dedicated OR tim
+ Our Trauma dept includes five Critical Care Trauma Surgeons and a team of Physician Assistants assisting with the care of the patients in both the inpatient setting, and in the trauma/ emergency general surgery clinic
+ The trauma program is supported by a surgical residency program
+ Additional PI staff, outreach, and registry staff who facilitate patient care
+ Employed position with Geisinger
+ Opportunity to participate in clinical research and teach residents
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the candidate will have the option to conduct clinical research and be involved in resident and medical student education with the potential for an academic appointment at the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine commensurate with your experience. This is an ideal opportunity for a seeking a desirable work/life balance with a focus on providing excellent patient care
+ Fully paid relocation with generous PTO (4 weeks) and annual CME time (3 weeks)
+ Malpractice & Tail coverage for Geisinger employment
+ Excellent benefits package including 401 (k), 403(b) and 457(b),life insurance, AD&D and disability coverage
+ Fully integrated electronic health record -EPIC
+ Forgivable recruitment loan/ Medical School loan repayment (Resident/ Fellows) may be available upon signing
+ Support and leadership from a full range of dedicated, experienced specialists & subspecialists
Living in Northeast Pennsylvania
+ Safe neighborhoods, affordable housing, and Natural Beauty collide
+ 2 hours to New York City and Philadelphia
+ International Airport, Sporting Events, Ski Resorts, and Fine Dining
+ 9 Universities and Graduate Institutions in the immediate area plus excellent public and private schools
+ Local mountain range provides great fishing, skiing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, and biking
+ Enjoy a day trip to NYC, the Beach, or the mountains in the Poconos
+ Progressive and diverse city region of over 550K
For more information, contact:
Sarah Lipka, Talent Management Consultant, Geisinger
slipka1@geisinger.edu (dreed1@geisinger.edu) or 570-271-5406
Position Details
+ Interviews patients to obtain information such as symptoms, medical histories, and family histories. Performs and/or interprets diagnostic tests as needed.
+ Diagnose and design a plan of treatment for injuries and/or illness. May prescribe or administer medications. Prepares, maintains, and reviews records that include patients' histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes.
Work is typically performed in a clinical and office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
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.
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.
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