Geisinger Health System

Physician Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatric Emergency Medicine
  • Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine required
  • Licensed Medical Doctor in Pennsylvania
  • Experience in high-acuity pediatric emergency care
  • Strong collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams
  • Commitment to education and mentorship
  • Interest in leadership roles and system-wide innovation

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-acuity pediatric emergency care
  • Work within a multidisciplinary team of pediatric professionals
  • Engage in educational initiatives for medical residents and students
  • Lead quality improvement and clinical innovation projects
  • Participate in simulation training and clinical research
  • Contribute to system-building roles in various departments
  • Ensure family-centered care through certified Child Life Specialists

Benefits

  • Forgivable recruitment loan of $100,000
  • Relocation assistance provided
  • Annual CME allowance of $3,500
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one including vision and dental
  • Retirement contributions for financial planning
  • Supportive environment for professional development and growth
Full Job Description

Location:

Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV)

Shift:

Rotation (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

Yes

Job Summary:

Geisinger is seeking Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM) Physicians to join our expanding team at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center (GWV) in Wilkes-Barre, PA. This is a unique opportunity to practice high-acuity pediatric emergency care while contributing to system-wide innovation, education, and leadership.

Job Duties:

About the Team

At Geisinger, you’ll work alongside adedicated, multidisciplinary team of pediatric emergency professionals, including:

  • Over 50 certified Pediatric Emergency Medicine nursesacross the system

  • In-house Pediatric Hospitalists and Neonatologistsavailable 24/7

  • Certified Child Life Specialiststo support children and families during care

  • Advanced practice providers (APPs)and emergency medicine physicians

  • Fellowship-trained PEM physicianswho lead initiatives in education, quality improvement, and clinical innovation

  • Collaborative subspecialty supportfrom nearly every pediatric medical and surgical specialty within our 90-bed children’s hospital

  • A culture ofteam-based care, continuous learning, and shared decision-making

You’ll be part of atight-knit, mission-driven group that values mentorship, professional development, and improving pediatric readiness across the region.

Practice Highlights

  • 4-bed pediatric emergency zoneat GWV designed for infants, children, and teens

  • 20% pediatric admission rateand 8% critical care rate in the ED

  • Dual faculty appointmentin Emergency Medicine & Pediatrics

  • 1,544 clinical hours/yearfor optimal work-life balance

  • Multi-site practice optionsin Wilkes-Barre and Danville, PA

Professional Growth & Leadership Opportunities

Geisinger offers unmatched opportunities for PEM physicians to lead and grow:

  • System-building rolesin IT, QI/PI, and clinical pathway development

  • Medical educationfor EM, Pediatric, and Med-Peds residents, and medical students

  • Simulation training,clinical research, and administrative leadership

  • Fellowship opportunitiesin Ultrasound, Clinical Informatics, and more

Compensation & Benefits

  • Starting salary: $350,000

  • Fellowship stipend:$2,500/month from offer acceptance to graduation

  • Forgivable recruitment loan:$100,000 paid in the first month

  • Relocation assistance,malpractice with tail, and retirement contributions

  • $3,500 CME allowanceannually

  • Low cost of livingand proximity to NYC, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.

About Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV) is a 274-bed acute care hospital and the onlyLevel II Trauma Center in Luzerne County. The campus includes:

  • Janet Weis Children’s Hospital Pediatric Unit

  • Frank M. and Dorothea Henry Cancer Center

  • Richard and Marion Pearsall Heart Hospital

  • Brain & Spine Tumor Institute

  • Transplant Program

  • Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre Ambulatory Campus

Apply Today

Join a mission-driven team that’s transforming pediatric emergency care across Pennsylvania. Make a lasting impact on patients, families, and the future of medicine.

Apply now or contact our recruitment team:

Sarah Lipka, Sr. Provider Recruiter Geisinger at  or

 

Position Details:

Additional Job Description

More about Northeast PA:

  • Access to urban, suburban, and rural communities is all available within 15 minutes.

  • Easy access to major highways makes travel to Philadelphia, New York City, or Atlantic City a breeze in just a few hours or less.

  • Sits along the scenic Susquehanna River and is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise for kayaking, whitewater rafting, and hiking an extensive system of trails. Ability to join local bike or running clubs!

  • Four state parks and numerous ski areas make this a popular destination.

  • The area has multiple concert venues and is close to the Pocono Mountain Speed Way – NASCAR races.

  • Enjoy gaming at the Mohegan Sun Casino at Pocono Downs, take in a minor-league hockey game with the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins, an affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, or watch the AAA Wilkes-Barre Scranton Railriders baseball team, an affiliate of the New York Yankees, at PNC Field.

  • The arts is also an important part of Wilkes-Barre’s culture. Visit the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic or the Broadway Theater League, exhibits at numerous art galleries or one of the area’s many national historic sites.

  • Looking to relax? Spend the day at one of our abundant day spas or enjoy an afternoon shopping at Wilkes-Barre Commons shopping center.

  • There are over 75 schools, both public and private, located in northeast PA, including reputable colleges and universities.

  • To learn more, visit:  

Education:

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine- (Required)

Experience:

Certification(s) and License(s):

Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania

Skills:

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.

About Geisinger Health System

Geisinger Health System is a healthcare system serving more than 3 million residents throughout 45 counties in central, south-central, and northeastern Pennsylvania, and in southern New Jersey. The system was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Danville, Pennsylvania. Geisinger Health System includes 13 hospital campuses, two research centers, and a 600,000-member health plan. The system employs more than 32,000 people, including over 1,800 physicians and 4,000 nurses. Geisinger Health System is known for its innovative approach to healthcare, including its use of electronic health records and its focus on patient-centered care.
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