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Location:
Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV)
Shift:
Rotation (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Worker Type:
Regular
Exemption Status:
Yes
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
Click here to see what it’s like to work in Anesthesia at Geisinger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKe05uiFRu0
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
Care.com 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
[email protected]
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
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.
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 pr