$305K Starting Salary Physician Hospitalist
Company: Geisinger
Location: Lewistown
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
A hospital-based physician who only works overnight. Nocturnists
are usually trained in internal medicine and have experience in
hospital medicine. However, there are nocturnists trained in other
such as psychiatry or family medicine. Position works on a
shift-based schedule and does not accrue PTO or CME days. Job
Duties Interviews patients to obtain information such as symptoms,
medical histories, and family histories. Performs and/or interprets
diagnostic tests as needed. Diagnose and design a plan of treatment
for injuries and/or illness. May prescribe or administer
medications. Prepares, maintains, and reviews records that include
patients' histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or
outcomes. Work is typically performed in a clinical and office
environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific
obligations and complying with all organization policies and
procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not
intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements
considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional
competencies outlined in any department-specific orientation will
be considered essential to the performance of the job related to
that position. Education Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of
Osteopathic Medicine- (Required) Certification(s) and License(s)
Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania Skills Professional
Etiquette; Systems-Based Practice; Patient Care And Procedural
Skills About Geisinger Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail
Geisinger, the system now includes ten 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 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown
economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn
more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram,
LinkedIn and Twitter. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability,
status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category
under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our Vision &
Values Everything we do is about making better health easier 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. Our Benefits We offer healthcare benefits
for full time and part time positions from day one, including
vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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