Ophthalmology - Geisinger Eye Institute

Geisinger is seeking a Glaucoma trained Ophthalmologist to fill a rewarding position in the Department of Ophthalmology at the new Danville, Pennsylvania with Geisinger Medical Center

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

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About this position

Modern clinic space with 30 exam rooms

• An outpatient surgery center located in our clinic building and down the street from Geisinger Medical Center 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

About Only at Geisinger.

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.

Geisinger is committed to making better health easier for the more than 1 million people it serves. Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes nine hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,600 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually.

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and benefits for domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. For more information, visit www.geisinger.org, or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

*Does not qualify for J-1 waiver. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.