Physician Surgical Oncology

Geisinger • Wilkes-Barre, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Surgical Oncology Physician to join our growing and dynamic Department of Surgery. This role supports an expanding surgical oncology service line and offers the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment focused on delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. As part of an integrated academic health system, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with experienced surgical leaders, medical and radiation oncology partners, and a full spectrum of subspecialty services. This role offers meaningful involvement in a multidisciplinary, team-based model of cancer care, along with opportunities to contribute to program growth and innovation. Clinically, the candidate will focus on general surgical oncology, managing a broad range of conditions including foregut and midgut diseases, pancreaticobiliary pathology, melanoma, endocrine and soft tissue tumors, as well as regional cancer therapies. Geisinger’s Department of Surgery is an academically driven environment, supporting a surgical residency program with multiple graduating residents each year, along with strong infrastructure for clinical research and scholarly activity. Physicians have the ability to participate in teaching, mentorship, and research initiatives, depending on their interests.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in General Surgery (and/or Surgical Oncology, as applicable)
• Completion of an accredited surgical and/or oncology fellowship required
• Eligibility for Pennsylvania medical licensure
• Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania

Responsibilities

• Practice within a tertiary care center offering strong subspecialty support
• Supported by a dedicated team including nurses, a Physician Assistant, and a nurse navigator
• Call schedule: 1 in 6 weekends
• Utilizes EPIC as the electronic medical record (EMR) system
• Opportunity to actively participate in program development and growth initiatives
• Primary location at GWV (Geisinger Wyoming Valley) with outreach responsibilities at CMC
• Open to both experienced physicians and new graduates

Benefits

• Fully paid relocation
• Generous PTO (4 weeks)
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree