Geisinger’s Cancer Institute is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Hematologist Oncologist to join our growing team at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital in Lewistown, Pennsylvania.
This is an excellent opportunity to practice high-quality, patient-centered oncology care in a physician-led, nationally recognized health system.
Job Duties
Why Join Geisinger?
Physician-led organization that prioritizes clinical excellence, innovation, and provider voice in decision-making
Collaborative, multidisciplinary care model with access to surgical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, and supportive services
Integrated electronic health record (EPIC) across the system for seamless patient care
Opportunities for professional growth, including teaching, research, and leadership development
Culture rooted in Geisinger’s core values of kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety
Position Highlights
Practice in a community-based setting with strong system-wide oncology support
Ability to deliver care close to home while accessing the broader Geisinger Cancer Institute network
Supportive environment with experienced clinical and operational teams
Opportunity to participate in clinical trials and academic collaboration across the system
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive, market-aligned compensation model
Recruitment incentives, including $100k starting bonus and full relocation assistance
Comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, vision, and retirement contributions
Malpractice coverage with tail, generous PTO, and CME support
Robust benefits designed to support physician well-being, financial security, and family needs
Life in Lewistown, PA (Near State College / Happy Valley)
Lewistown offers the charm of a close-knit community with easy access to the amenities of State College (Happy Valley)-home to Penn State University.
Just a short drive to State College, offering Big Ten sports, dining, culture, and entertainment
Enjoy a lower cost of living, short commutes, and a relaxed pace of life
Access to outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, and nearby state parks
Family-friendly communities with safe neighborhoods and excellent schools
Position Details
Education
Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine- (Required)
Experience
Certification(s) and License(s)
Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring 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 domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.
At Geisinger, our innovative ideas are inspired by the communities we serve – like our Fresh FoodFarmacy, a program that delivers life-saving healthy alternatives to patients with diabetes. With additional tools like our MyCode Community Health Initiative, one of the first health system genome sequencingprograms, and our new asthma app suite that we developed in partnership with AstraZeneca, it’s no wonder we’re ranked one of the Top 5 Most Innovative Healthcare Systems by Becker's Hospital Review. We continually work towards continuous improvement in a culture where everyone has a voice and firmly believe that better begins with all of us.Founded more than 100 years ago, Geisinger serves more than three million residents throughout central, south-central and northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey. Our physician-led system is comprised of 30,000 employees, including 1,600 employed physicians, and consists of 1...3 hospital campuses, the Geisinger Health Plan, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine and two research centers. What you do at Geisinger shapes the future of health and improves lives – for our patients, communities, and you.