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Job Summary
In collaboration with the physician, provides care to new or established patients. Demonstrates autonomy through patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care. Orders testing as deemed necessary and remains proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication and therapeutic regimen within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner. These roles, undertaken in cooperation with nursing, staff physicians and other department staff, may include triage, telephone communication and patient education. Candidate may be a licensed Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant.
Job Duties
Geisinger | Central Pennsylvania
Geisinger’s Department of Urology is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join its innovative, collaborative, and nationally recognized team. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of an integrated health system while enjoying an outstanding quality of life in Central Pennsylvania.
Why Geisinger?
Highly competitive compensation linked to value-based care
Generous signing incentives and forgivable recruitment stipends
Nationally recognized health system focused on quality, innovation, and education
Community & Location
State College, located in Centre County, Pennsylvania, is home to Penn State University and was recently named America’s #1 Best Small College Town by USA Today . The area offers:
NCAA Division I athletics, concerts, festivals, and cultural events
Excellent dining, arts, and nightlife
Easy access to hiking, fishing, trails, and outdoor recreation
Safe, family-friendly communities with excellent public and private schools
Convenient travel via University Park Airport (5 miles from town) and access to Interstates 80 and 99
Site Technology
Robotic surgery platforms, including robot access at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
High-powered lasers
Transperitoneal and fusion biopsies
Epic electronic health record system
Academic Opportunities
Opportunities for participation in clinical research supported
Mentorship and professional development within a multidisciplinary academic team
Benefits Package
Relocation assistance
Generous time off
Comprehensive benefits package
Candidate Qualifications
Must hold current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Certification/License
Commitment to high-quality patient care
Interest in academic medicine, education, and innovation
Team-oriented and collaborative practice style
Apply Today
Submit your CV to:
Christie Blair
Provider Recruiter, Geisinger
Email:
Interviews will be conducted by department leadership and current providers.
Education
Bachelor's Degree-Physician Assistant (Required), Master's Degree-Physician Assistant (Preferred)
About Geisinger
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, from senior management on down, 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 protected veteran.
Worksite address
port matilda, PA, 16870, US
Who can apply
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