Heart Failure Cardologist
Company: Geisinger
Location: Wilkes Barre
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Why Live in Wilkes Barre Wilkes Barre or the “Diamond City” as
it is referred to, was founded in 1770. This former coal town along
the scenic Susquehanna River is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise
for kayaking, whitewater rafting and hiking with an extensive
system of hiking/biking trails. Four state parks and numerous ski
areas make this a popular destination. Visit the F.M. Kirby Center
for major theatrical performances, the Mohegan Sun Arena for
concerts and the Wilkes Barre/Scranton Penguins, the AHL affiliate
to the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins. Small-town charm meets modern,
urban convenience at a cost of living more affordable than the
national average. Conveniently located, Wilkes Barre offers the
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport with service around the
world and easy access to Interstate-81 for weekend getaways to New
York City, Washington, DC; Philadelphia, New Jersey and Baltimore,
MD. Why Work at Geisinger Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
offers an academically focused practice with a community hospital
feel. This fully integrated practice boasts a robust and growing
heart failure program with expensive experience in ECMO, and
temporary mechanical support (Impella), a durable LVAD program and
a growing Cardio-Oncology program. Programs include infiltrative
cardiomyopathies, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and cardiogenetics.
Geisinger recently launched a system-wide SHOCK team. With
Geisinger’s Commonwealth School of Medicine and the new cardiology
fellowship starting in 2024, teaching medical students and fellows
is a bonus to this position with academic appointments available.
Why Choose Geisinger Geisinger offers a robust competitive
compensation with base salary, along with 401(k) employer
contributed retirement; 403(b) and 457(b) pre-tax retirement
vehicles available; Medical malpractice and tail coverage; Generous
vacation time; CME and CME reimbursement; Life insurance, AD&D
and disability coverage. Education Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of
Osteopathic Medicine- (Required) Certification(s) and License(s)
Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania Skills Patient Care
And Procedural Skills; Systems-Based Practice; Professional
Etiquette 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.
Keywords: Geisinger, North Bergen , Heart Failure Cardologist, Healthcare , Wilkes Barre, New Jersey
