Physician Hospitalist

Geisinger • Scranton, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Please be advised, this opportunity does not allow for J1 waiver. We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician to join our Hospital Medicine team as a Hospitalist. The Physician Hospitalist provides comprehensive inpatient care, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across the continuum of hospitalization. The Hospitalist Physician works on a shift-based schedule and does not accrue PTO or CME days. This position offers strong clinical support, and opportunities to participate in quality improvement, education, and program development.

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Eligibility for state medical licensure
• DEA license (or ability to obtain)
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Prior hospitalist or inpatient medicine experience
• Experience working in a team-based, high-acuity inpatient setting
• Interest in quality improvement, education, or leadership initiatives

Responsibilities

• Provide direct inpatient medical care, including admissions, daily rounding, and discharge planning
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions for hospitalized patients
• Coordinate care with consulting specialists, nursing, case management, and ancillary services
• Ensure timely, accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds to optimize patient outcomes and length of stay
• Respond to rapid responses/codes as assigned by the department
• Support patient safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice initiatives
• Participate in teaching and mentoring of residents, medical students, or advanced practice providers, as applicable
• Comply with hospital policies, clinical protocols, and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• Competitive base salary starting at $305k
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and malpractice coverage
• CME allowance and paid CME time
• Relocation assistance and sign-on incentives (where applicable)
• Supportive clinical infrastructure and advanced EMR system
• Opportunities for career growth, leadership, and academic involvement
• healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree