Orthopaedic Hand Surgery
About The Position
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 althetes 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 currently have an opportunity in Geisinger’s Northeast region to work as a board-certified/board-eligible Hand Surgeon. You would have the opportunity to work with a team including 85 physicians, 90 advanced practitioners and 575 employees, providing comprehensive care for patients with orthopaedic foot and ankle, hand and wrist, elbow and shoulder, hip and knee, sports medicine, trauma and cancer conditions throughout the Musculoskeletal Institute. Through our affiliations, you will not only treat members of our communities but athletes from local high schools and clubs. What you do at Geisinger shapes the future of health and improves lives – for our patients, communities, and you. 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 Opportunity for an academic appointment through Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. Geisinger’s Northeast Region supports two areas – Wilkes-Barre and Scranton – with a total of 3 hospitals, a multi-disciplinary Healthplex in Pittston (centrally located in-between the two areas), and numerous MSKI outpatient clinics. The ability to work with local semi-professional teams, including Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (a Pittsburgh Penguin minor league hockey farm team) and the Scranton/ the Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (a New York Yankees MLB farm team). Conveniently located off Interstate 81 in Pittston, Geisinger Healthplex CenterPoint offers a variety of medical services for children and adults including surgery and endoscopy; bone, muscle and joint care; urologic services; eye care and eyewear; and physical and occupational therapy, as well as laboratory and diagnostics. As well as ConvenientCare and orthopaedic urgent care services. Discover for yourself why Geisinger has been nationally recognized as a visionary model of integrated healthcare. Interested candidates, contact Taylor Briggs, Provider Recruitment, at 570-703-8109 or [email protected].
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine- (Required)
- Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania
- Patient Care And Procedural Skills
- Professional Etiquette
- Systems-Based Practice
Benefits
- 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
- Opportunity for an academic appointment through Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
- Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
