Glaucoma -Geisinger

Geisinger is seeking a Glaucoma trained Ophthalmologist to fill a rewarding position in the Department of Ophthalmology at the new Healthplex in Pittston, Pennsylvania. Located near Scranton/ Wilkes Barre in Northeast PA, close to the Pocono Mountains.

Geisinger Eye Institute: a driven, successful, and growing multi-specialty group integrating both optometric and ophthalmologic services. 

About this position

Modern clinic space with 30 exam rooms

• Three surgical facilities- An outpatient surgery center located in our clinic building and two at nearby Geisinger Hospitals

• Advanced technologies in diagnostics including HVF, OCT (Zeiss with Glaucoma Workplace and Heidelberg), FA, Fundus Camera, IOL Master, Immersion, Pentacam and Topography

• Treatment options, including SLT Laser , YAG Laser, Argon Laser, (Diode CPC) • Support from a PA-C's and will soon be partnering with SCRIBES

• Shared call (home call) 

• A large referral base from our onsite Optometrists, local Ophthalmologists and physicians in our satellite offices

• High surgical volume, with opportunities for comprehensive practice with cataract and glaucoma surgery Opportunities to develop new program, and perform research at a large, tertiary referral center

Ability to take on a growing practice complete with onsite Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Cataract, and Pediatric services, as well as a built-in referral network to offsite Retina, Glaucoma, Oculoplastics, and other subspecialties

Other Details:

• Opportunity for an academic appointment through Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
• Fully paid relocation with generous PTO (4 weeks) and annual CME time (3 weeks)
• Excellent benefits package including 401 (k), 403(b) and 457(b),life insurance, AD&D and disability coverage

• Malpractice & Tail coverage for Geisinger employment
• Fully integrated electronic health record -EPIC
• Forgivable recruitment loan/ Medical School loan repayment (Resident/ Fellows) may be available upon signing

Position Details:

Northeast Pennsylvania is a central area between some of the nation's most prominent metropolitan areas and highest-performing universities. PA has some of the most scenic nature and provides you with an amazing balance of living in a prime location at a lower cost

Geisinger is growing in the Pittston area with the opening of the new Geisinger Pittston in the heart of downtown. Geisinger Pittston features primary care for all ages, lab and radiology services all under one roof. A underground parking garage provides patients with convenient and safe off-street parking. We even offer same-day and evening appointments. We are welcoming new patients and Geisinger accepts most major health insurance plans.
 
At Geisinger Pittston, we are part of your community and treat patients like family. Our staff is devoted to providing expert care to area residents, both young and grown. From well-visits and sick-visits to follow-up after illness or injury, you'll find both quality and kindness in our medical team.
 
Whether inside or outside of our convenient office, our focus is on our community. So don't be surprised when you run into us at the local Italian eatery or at Pittston's annual Tomato Festival.

Geisinger is comprised of 13 hospital campuses, two research centers, a college of medicine and a nearly 600,000-member health plan serving more than three million residents in central, south-central and northeast Pennsylvania and beyond. We have approximately 26,500 employees, including over 1,700 employed physicians, all of whom share a commitment to quality healthcare.

You don’t have to put your life on hold to move healthcare forward. At Geisinger, you’ll engage with industry leaders to create new care delivery models and enjoy a work/life balance that gets you home in time for dinner. You’ll be there for your family, friends, and neighbors – making a difference at home and across the country.

Only at Geisinger.