What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Trauma Surgery position at Geisinger?
Practice Highlights
- Level I Trauma Center with consistent year-over-year growth in trauma volume
- Full-spectrum trauma care including:
- Dedicated OR time and access to robotic assisted surgery
- Trauma alerts, consults, and discharges
- Coverage of trauma medical-surgical floors
- Integrated Emergency General Surgery (EGS) model
- Weekday coverage (Monday–Friday) with shared weekend responsibilities
- 24/7 trauma coverage model with strong multidisciplinary support
- Opportunity to provide primary surgical critical care for complex patients
- Stable and growing program with sustained patient volumes over multiple years
Position Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive care to trauma patients across the continuum (ED, ICU, inpatient, and discharge)
- Respond to trauma activations and surgical consults
- Perform emergency general surgery procedures
- Deliver surgical critical care management for complex patients
- Participate in a shared call and coverage rotation
- Collaborate closely with Emergency Medicine, ICU teams, surgical subspecialists, and hospital staff
Academic & Programmatic Opportunities
As a Level I Trauma Center, our program includes strong academic and community engagement expectations:
- Participate in clinical research initiatives
- Engage in teaching opportunities with residents and learners
- Contribute to community outreach and education, including:
- EMS and first responder engagement
- Public education programs such as Stop the Bleed
- Participation in ATLS and critical care education programming
Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery
- Fellowship training in Trauma Surgery / Surgical Critical Care
- Eligible for Pennsylvania medical licensure
- Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care
- Interest in academic engagement, research, and program development preferred
About the Team & Environment
Join a collegial, multidisciplinary team dedicated to excellence in trauma care. Geisinger offers a physician-led system with strong institutional support, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with incentives
- Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
- Comprehensive benefits, including CME support and retirement plans
- Opportunities for loan repayment programs
Location
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania offers:
- Easy access to major metropolitan areas including Philadelphia and New York City
- A family-friendly community with excellent schools
- Abundant outdoor recreation and a high quality of life
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Why Geisinger?
Geisinger is committed to innovation, quality, and improving health outcomes. Our integrated system provides physicians with the tools and support needed to thrive in both clinical practice and academic pursuits.