Physician Anesthesiologist

Location:

Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC)

Shift:

Rotation (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

Yes

Job Summary:

Trained to provide pain relief and maintenance or restoration of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. Also provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, longstanding and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; perform direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post anesthesia recovery.

Position works on a shift-based schedule and does not accrue PTO or CME days.

Job Duties:

Anesthesiology Opportunity

Geisinger Community Medical Center | Scranton, PA

Newly implemented competitive compensation with an additional stipend for cardiac call.

Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC) is a Level II Trauma Center located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, offering a diverse clinical practice in a supportive, well‑resourced environment.

Practice Environment

• 14 operating rooms
• Electrophysiology suite
• 4 endoscopy rooms
• 2 C‑section suites
• Broad and varied case mix, including:
  • General Surgery
  • Cardiac
  • Neurosurgery
  • Orthopedics
  • Gynecology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Otolaryngology
  • Thoracic
• Click here to see what it’s like to work in Anesthesia at Geisinger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKe05uiFRu0

Flexible, Lifestyle‑Friendly Schedule

• Excellent, flexible schedule with 12 weeks off each year
• Optional overtime opportunities at $275/hour
• Additional stipend for cardiac call

Competitive Compensation

• Base Salary: $500,000
• $560,000+ with experience
• Annual salary increases
• Forgivable Recruitment Loan: $200,000
  • Taxes amortized over 4 years
  • Early payout available to residents and fellows
• Relocation Assistance: Fully paid

Premier Physician Benefits

Health & Insurance

• Medical: Three plan options featuring:
  • 100% preventive care
  • Mental health coverage
  • Nationwide in‑network access
• HSA available under select plans:
  • Geisinger contributes $600/year (individual) or $1,200/year (family)
  • Ability to contribute additional pre‑tax funds up to IRS limits
  • Funds roll over annually and remain yours even if you leave Geisinger
  • Investment options available once balance reaches $2,000 (via Charles Schwab)
• Dental: Basic or Enhanced plans, including orthodontics under the Enhanced option
• Vision: Free annual eye exam, eyewear allowance, and laser vision discounts
• Malpractice: Professional liability insurance provided; tail coverage addressed during contracting

Retirement & Long‑Term Financial Security

• 9% employer retirement contribution, totaling up to $24,500 annually
• 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans available
• Employer contributions vest after 3 years (1,000 hours/year)

Time Off

• 12 weeks off each year

Education & CME

• CME allowance up to $4,500 annually
• Option to roll over up to $1,000

Academic & Professional Growth

• Teaching and mentoring opportunities with:
  • Geisinger Anesthesia Residency
  • SRNA Program
  • Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
• Research opportunities across multiple clinical domains
• Support from a comprehensive network of specialists and subspecialists

Well‑Being, Family & Lifestyle Support

• MyHealth Rewards wellness program:
  • Earn up to $600
  • Additional $600 for spouse/partner participation
• Care.com membership for dependent and family care needs
• Telehealth, urgent care, mental health services, and employee assistance programs
• Discounts on wellness programs, fitness, and OTC pharmacy items

Candidates Welcome

• H‑1B candidates encouraged to apply
• Alternate Entry Pathway candidates welcome
• Does not qualify for J‑1 waiver

About the Location

Located in Scranton, PA, this community offers the best of northeastern Pennsylvania living—with access to excellent colleges and universities, a variety of dining and shopping options, and year‑round outdoor recreation. Enjoy camping, hiking, and some of the best bass fishing on the Susquehanna River, all while being within a short drive of New York City and Philadelphia.

For More Information

Stacey Mascaro
smascaro@geisinger.edu
jobs.geisinger.org

Position Details:

Education:

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine- (Required)

Experience:

Certification(s) and License(s):

Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania

Skills:

Patient Care And Procedural Skills, Professional Etiquette, Systems-Based Practice

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring 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.
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