Physician Infectious Disease

Geisinger Hospital is seeking an Infectious Disease provider to join the growing team in the western region of PA. The ID provider in the western region will take advantage of the great atmosphere of State College area.

State College is more than a college town. It is filled with a variety of things to do, restaurants to eat at, and annual festivals and activities to take part in year-round! Choose from a multitude of indoor and outdoor activities from mountain biking, golf, hiking, fishing and boating! Enjoy a little bit of the arts at the State Theatre or live performances from local to top charting artists at the Bryce Jordan Center.

Job Duties :

The ID physician Deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organs, including conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics. This specialist diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers that have not been explained. May also have expertise in preventive medicine and conditions associated with travel.

• Inpatient - with 1-2 days clinical days per week.
• Interviews patients to obtain information such as symptoms, medical histories, and family histories. Performs and / or interprets diagnostic tests as needed.
• Diagnose and design a plan of treatment for injuries and / or illness. May prescribe or administer medications. Prepares, maintains, and reviews records that include patients' histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes.

Work is typically performed in a clinical and office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

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.

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.