Geriatrician - Outpatient Care (Teaching and Administrative Duties Included)
Location: Scranton, PA Schedule: Full-Time, 32 Patient Care Hours + 8 Teaching/Admin Hours
About the Opportunity
Join a respected community health organization that is dedicated to providing outstanding care to older adults while simultaneously advancing medical education. As part of a large HRSA-funded Teaching Health Center, this role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven team focused on community-based care and workforce development. The organization aims to set the national standard in innovative, comprehensive geriatric care.
Position Overview
As a Geriatrician, you will deliver comprehensive outpatient care to elderly patients, including those with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other complex conditions. Your role will involve close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, including residents, fellows, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, case managers, and community health workers. This position allows you to focus on clinical medicine while a dedicated support team manages social services and care coordination.
Position Highlights
- Competitive base salary of $225,000
- Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus
- $15,000 relocation package
- Associate Program Director stipend available ($30,000)
- Annual performance bonuses and CME allowance
- No call duties
- Team-based, supportive work environment
- Opportunities for teaching and leadership
- Comprehensive wraparound patient support
Compensation & Benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan with 8% employer contribution after one year
- Medical/RX, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options
- Basic and voluntary life insurance, plus AD&D coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Supplemental health options and Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary pet insurance
- Generous PTO: 160 hours annually plus 40 hours holiday float
- Paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
- Malpractice insurance and professional fee coverage
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a board-certified geriatrician who thrives in a collaborative, educational environment. You have a passion for providing holistic care to older adults and an interest in mentoring residents and fellows. Your commitment to community health and teaching excellence will drive both patient outcomes and educational success.
Next Steps
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Our interview process is designed to be thorough yet efficient, ensuring a good fit for both you and our team. Join us in setting the standard for geriatric care. Apply today!
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