Urology, General Urology- Geisinger

Location

Wilkes Barre, PA | United States

Job description

The Department of Urology at Geisinger, a national leader in quality, innovation, research and education, is seeking fellowship-trained pediatric urologists. Candidates must be eligible for certification by the American Board of Urology. Applicants must possess a strong commitment to high quality patient care and resident and medical student education. 

There is also opportunity to conduct clinical research. Located across Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania, Geisingers Department of Urology consists of over 20 general and subspecialty fellowship trained urologists providing urologic care system-wide.

 The program is excited to welcome an additional generalist, but subspecialty interests can be supported in the context of a general urology position. An incoming FPMRS-fellowship trained urologist would have an especially robust practice. This is an ideal opportunity for a urologist seeking a nice work/life balance with a focus on providing excellent patient care.

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Highlights:

• Brand new clinic and ASC (opened 2022) designed with efficiencies to specifically support urology
• Geisigner has over 30 medical residency programs, including a fully accredited urology residency
• Supports Level II trauma center, 291-bed facility

Position Highlights:

• Urology department consists of over 20 general and subspecialized urologists
• Resident involvement (help with call coverage, ability to teach)
• Full range of robotic abilities at hospital, high-powered lasers (and any laser technology available), ability to do transperitoneal biopsies, robotic aquablation, Rezum in the office or OR
• Subspecialties can be supported in the context of a general urology position. 
• Extremely non-burdensome call schedule of 1:10 weekends; 1 night every other week. APPs assist with daily inpatient consults
• Competitive compensation package with excellent benefits, vacation time, and generous paid CME time
• Teaching of medical students and residents (not required)
• Fully integrated electronic health record (Epic)
• Support and leadership from a full range of dedicated, experienced specialists & subspecialists, and professional opportunities for mentorship, growth, and advancement

Other details:

• Medical school loan repayment may be available 
• Monthly stipend may be available for current residents and fellows, upon signing 
• Competitive straight salary model linked to quality and value versus productivity measures 
• Excellent benefits package, including Malpractice & Tail coverage for Geisinger employment 
• Relocation assistance 
• Opportunities to participate in teaching, research and optimizing access for patients 
• Fully integrated electronic health record (Epic) 
• Support and leadership from a full range of dedicated, experienced specialists & subspecialists 
• Professional opportunities for mentorship, growth, and advancement 

Area Highlights:

Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA) is a great place to live, with safe neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living and access to recreational activities. NEPA is close to New York City and Philadelphia, giving you access to major cities in just two hours. Overall, the community is ideal for living a stress-free, healthy lifestyle. More importantly, NEPA is a place where you can make a difference.

For more information please contact Dr. Brant Fulmer, Chair Urology Geisinger 

c/o Sarah Lipka, Provider Recruiter Surgery Geisinger 

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