Location:

Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC)

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

Yes

Job Summary:

Please be advised, this opportunity does not allow for J1 waiver applicants.

Geisinger is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Infectious Disease Physician to join our growing and collaborative Infectious Disease team. This is an exciting opportunity to practice within a nationally recognized, physician-led health system committed to innovation, quality, education and patient-centered care.
The successful candidate will join a comprehensive Infectious Disease program providing expert consultation and management of complex infectious diseases across inpatient and outpatient settings. Opportunities for medical education, quality initiatives, antimicrobial stewardship, research and professional growth may be available based on individual interests.

Job Duties:

The Infectious Disease Physician will:

• Diagnose and manage infectious diseases affecting all organ systems, including complex infections requiring specialized antimicrobial therapy.
• Provide consultation and treatment for patients with HIV/AIDS, unexplained fevers, healthcare-associated infections and travel-related infectious diseases.
• Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform detailed clinical evaluations.
• Order, perform and interpret diagnostic testing as clinically appropriate.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Prescribe and manage antimicrobial therapies and other medications.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Comply with all organizational policies, procedures and professional standards.

Position Details:

• Primarily inpatient Infectious Disease practice, with outpatient responsibilities as needed.
• Opportunity to work with an established and supportive team of Infectious Disease physicians.
• Fully integrated Epic electronic health record.
• Academic, teaching and research opportunities available.
• Antimicrobial stewardship interests welcomed.

Required

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency
• Completion of an accredited Infectious Disease fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Infectious Disease
• Eligible for unrestricted Pennsylvania medical licensure
• Excellent clinical, communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred

• Experience managing complex infectious disease cases
• Interest in teaching, research or antimicrobial stewardship
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, safety and patient-centered care

Geisinger is a physician-led integrated health system serving communities throughout Pennsylvania. Our system includes hospital campuses, research centers, a health plan and a nationally recognized medical school. We are committed to making better health easier for our patients while providing our physicians with the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally

We offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Recruitment incentives and relocation assistance
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Malpractice coverage with tail coverage
• Generous PTO and CME support
• Employer-sponsored retirement plans
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Collaborative and collegial work environment
• Fully integrated Epic EHR system

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.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. 

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all.  We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.