Physician - Infectious Diseases
Scranton, PA
| Specialty | Infectious Diseases |
|---|---|
| Profession | Physician |
Job Summary
Please be advised, this opportunity does not allow for J1 waiver applicants. Geisinger is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Infectious Disease Physician to join our growing and collaborative Infectious Disease team. This is an exciting opportunity to practice within a nationally recognized, physician-led health system committed to innovation, quality, education and patient-centered care.The successful candidate will join a comprehensive Infectious Disease program providing expert consultation and management of complex infectious diseases across inpatient and outpatient settings. Opportunities for medical education, quality initiatives, antimicrobial stewardship, research and professional growth may be available based on individual interests.Job Duties
The Infectious Disease Physician will:
- Diagnose and manage infectious diseases affecting all organ systems, including complex infections requiring specialized antimicrobial therapy.
- Provide consultation and treatment for patients with HIV/AIDS, unexplained fevers, healthcare-associated infections and travel-related infectious diseases.
- Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform detailed clinical evaluations.
- Order, perform and interpret diagnostic testing as clinically appropriate.
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
- Prescribe and manage antimicrobial therapies and other medications.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
- Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
- Comply with all organizational policies, procedures and professional standards.
Position Details
- Primarily inpatient Infectious Disease practice, with outpatient responsibilities as needed.
- Opportunity to work with an established and supportive team of Infectious Disease physicians.
- Fully integrated Epic electronic health record.
- Academic, teaching and research opportunities available.
- Antimicrobial stewardship interests welcomed.
Required
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency
- Completion of an accredited Infectious Disease fellowship
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Infectious Disease
- Eligible for unrestricted Pennsylvania medical licensure
- Excellent clinical, communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred
- Experience managing complex infectious disease cases
- Interest in teaching, research or antimicrobial stewardship
- Demonstrated commitment to quality, safety and patient-centered care
We offer:
- Competitive compensation package
- Recruitment incentives and relocation assistance
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
- Malpractice coverage with tail coverage
- Generous PTO and CME support
- Employer-sponsored retirement plans
- Professional development and leadership opportunities
- Collaborative and collegial work environment
- Fully integrated Epic EHR system
Education
Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine- (Required)Experience
Certification(s) and License(s)
Licensed Medical Doctor - State of PennsylvaniaAbout 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 atgeisinger.orgor connect with us onFacebook,Instagram,LinkedInandTwitter.
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.
