Anesthesiology Physician

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 Wyoming Valley Medical Center Wilkes Barre, PA

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center (GWVMC) is a Level I Trauma Center located in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, offering a broad and rewarding anesthesiology practice within a well supported clinical environment.

Practice Environment

• 12 operating rooms
• 2 electrophysiology (EP) suites
• 4 endoscopy rooms
• 2 C section suites
• Diverse case mix, including:
  • General Surgery
  • Cardiac
  • Neurosurgery
  • Orthopedics
  • Gynecology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Otolaryngology
  • Thoracic
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Flexible, Lifestyle Friendly Schedule

• Excellent, flexible schedule with 12 weeks off each year
• Optional overtime opportunities available at $275/hour

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 with select plans:
  • Geisinger contributes $600/year (individual) or $1,200/year (family)
  • Option 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 your balance reaches $2,000 (via Charles Schwab)
• Dental: Basic or Enhanced coverage, including orthodontics under the Enhanced plan
• Vision: Free annual eye exam, eyewear allowance, and laser vision discounts
• Malpractice: Professional liability insurance provided, with 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 plan options
• 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
• Ability 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
• membership for dependent and family care support
• 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 Wilkes Barre, PA, this community offers the best of northeastern Pennsylvania living. Enjoy proximity to excellent colleges and universities, a variety of dining and shopping options, and year round outdoor recreation. The area features camping, hiking, and some of the best bass fishing along the Susquehanna River, with New York City and Philadelphia just a short drive away.

For More Information

Stacey Mascaro

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 About Geisinger

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten 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 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and Twitter .

Our Vision & Values

Everything we do is about making better health easier 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.

Our Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.