Pain Management Physician

Job Summary A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings.
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.

About the Area:

State College, Pennsylvania offers physicians an exceptional quality of life in one of the most desirable communities in the region. Home to Penn State University, the area combines the amenities of a vibrant college town with the charm, safety, and affordability of a welcoming community. Residents enjoy excellent schools, diverse cultural and sporting events, and abundant outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, fishing, and skiing. Conveniently located in the heart of Pennsylvania, State College is within driving distance of Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Philadelphia, and offers easy access to Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and New York City for weekend travel and major metropolitan amenities. With a strong economy, family-friendly atmosphere, and a unique blend of small-town living and big-city accessibility, State College provides an ideal environment for physicians seeking both professional fulfillment and an outstanding quality of life.

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 .

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.

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.