Physician Locum

Geisinger • Pittston, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides care to patients and can recognize, diagnose and treat injuries and/or illnesses. Examines patients. Takes medical histories. Prescribes medications and orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic tests. Counsels patients on diet, hygiene, and preventive healthcare. May provide treatment by methods of including preventative measures, drugs and surgery. Work is typically performed in a clinical 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.

Requirements

• Doctoral Degree
• Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania

Responsibilities

• Take a patient’s medical history.
• Update charts and patient information to show current findings and treatments.
• Order tests for nurses or other healthcare staff to perform.
• Review test results to identify any abnormal findings.
• Recommend and design a plan of treatment.
• Address concerns or answer questions that patients have about their health and well-being.
• Help patients take care of their health by discussing topics such as proper nutrition and hygiene.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree