Epilepsy Neurologist - Physician
Job Summary
Geisinger Neuroscience Institute is seeking an epilepsy‑trained neurologist to join the Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center team in Wilkes Barre, PA.
Job Duties
This position is based in Wilkes-Barre and is supported by a system‑wide care team consisting of eight fellowship‑trained epileptologists, four advanced practice providers, two functional neurosurgeons, and dedicated nurse navigator support to manage our epilepsy practice and Level 4 epilepsy center.
Responsibilities include participating in a rotation that includes out‑patient clinics, in‑patient epilepsy management, long‑term video EEG reads (using a shift rotation, not call), and epilepsy surgery.
Qualifications
Ideal candidate: graduate of an accredited epilepsy and/or clinical neurophysiology fellowship program, strong clinical skills, interest in teaching, and experience with epilepsy surgery. Teaching experience is encouraged as medical students and new residency programs are available for collaboration.
Education
Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine – required
Experience
Relevant clinical experience in neurology, epilepsy, or related fields preferred
Certification & License
Licensed Medical Doctor – State of Pennsylvania
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation
Sign‑on bonus for medical school loan repayments or other expenses
401(k) employer‑contributed retirement
403(b) and 457(b) pre‑tax retirement plans available
Medical malpractice and tail coverage
CME reimbursement up to $3,500 per fiscal year
Healthcare benefits from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage
Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
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