Geisinger·Scranton, Pennsylvania
The Gastroenterologist will provide care for patients across a fully integrated health system, enjoying opportunities for professional growth through teaching and participation in clinical and endoscopic research. They will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to manage conditions like Hepatitis C and Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Shift: Days (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Geisinger, a nationally recognized leader in innovation and quality care, is seeking a Gastroenterologist to join our team at Geisinger Northeast.
As a result of continued growth in our markets, we are currently recruiting for a BC/BE Gastroenterologist to join our team of physicians and advanced practice providers who are second to none. Expansion in our ambulatory endoscopy platform and cancer services affords us an opportunity to further develop our regional GI services.
Provide care for patients across a fully integrated health system with a robust electronic health record (EPIC)
Enjoy ample opportunity for professional growth including teaching fellows, residents and medical students, as well as participation in clinical and endoscopic research as faculty of the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, including embedded pharmacists, who assist in management of Hepatitis C and Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Benefit from the support of skilled specialists in surgical specialties (Thoracic Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Colorectal Surgery), Intervention Radiology, and Oncology services
Geisinger is committed to making better health easier for the more than 1 million people it serves. Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes nine hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,600 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually.
Education: Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine- (Required)
Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania
Skills: Patient Care And Procedural Skills, Professional Etiquette, Systems-Based Practice
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.
Candidates must possess a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree and hold a current Licensed Medical Doctor certification for the State of Pennsylvania. The role requires skills in patient care, procedural skills, professional etiquette, and systems-based practice.
Market context
Physician openings in Pennsylvania are often driven by ongoing clinical coverage needs and specialty demand, so competition can be strongest for roles that require board eligibility, Pennsylvania licensure or IMLC eligibility, and preferred fellowship or EPIC experience. Benefits and requirements on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the key details faster. If you are considering applying, confirm your licensure path and highlight any EPIC or fellowship experience in your materials.
