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$280k plus starting salary Infectious Disease Physician
GeisingerUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Jul 2026
💰 $280,000/yr
About the role
Location:
Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC)Shift:
Days (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Worker Type:
RegularExemption Status:
YesJob Summary:
Please be advised, this opportunity does not allow for J1 waiver applicants.Geisinger is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Infectious Disease Physician to join our growing and collaborative Infectious Disease team. This is an exciting opportunity to practice within a nationally recognized, physician-led health system committed to innovation, quality, education and patient-centered care.
The successful candidate will join a comprehensive Infectious Disease program providing expert consultation and management of complex infectious diseases across inpatient and outpatient settings. Opportunities for medical education, quality initiatives, antimicrobial stewardship, research and professional growth may be available based on individual interests.
Job Duties:
The Infectious Disease Physician will:
- Diagnose and manage infectious diseases affecting all organ systems, including complex infections requiring specialized antimicrobial therapy.
- Provide consultation and treatment for patients with HIV/AIDS, unexplained fevers, healthcare-associated infections and travel-related infectious diseases.
- Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform detailed clinical evaluations.
- Order, perform and interpret diagnostic testing as clinically appropriate.
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
- Prescribe and manage antimicrobial therapies and other medications.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
- Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
- Comply with all organizational policies, procedures and professional standards.
Position Details:
- Primarily inpatient Infectious Disease practice, with outpatient responsibilities as needed.
- Opportunity to work with an established and supportive team of Infectious Disease physicians.
- Fully integrated Epic electronic health record.
- Academic, teaching and research opportunities available.
- Antimicrobial stewardship interests welcomed.
Required
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency
- Completion of an accredited Infectious Disease fellowship
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Infectious Disease
- Eligible for unrestricted Pennsylvania medical licensure
- Excellent clinical, communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred
- Experience managing complex infectious disease cases
- Interest in teaching, research or antimicrobial stewardship
- Demonstrated commitment to quality, safety and patient-centered care
Geisinger is a physician-led integrated health system serving communities throughout Pennsylvania. Our system includes hospital campuses, research centers, a health plan and a nationally recognized medical school. We are committed to making better health easier for our patients while providing our physicians with the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally
We offer:
- Competitive compensation package
- Recruitment incentives and relocation assistance
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
- Malpractice coverage with tail coverage
- Generous PTO and CME support
- Employer-sponsored retirement plans
- Professional development and leadership opportunities
- Collaborative and collegial work environment
- Fully integrated Epic EHR system
Education:
Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine- (Required)Experience:
Certification(s) and License(s):
Licensed Medical Doctor - State of PennsylvaniaSkills:
Patient Care And Procedural Skills, Professional Etiquette, Systems-Based PracticeOUR 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 constantl
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