Critical Care Physician Jobs in Pennsylvania
Critical Care Physician jobs in Pennsylvania are in strong demand, concentrated in academic medical centers, large integrated health systems, and regional trauma centers serving communities from Philadelphia and Pittsburgh to Hershey and Allentown, with openings ranging from early-career intensivist positions through department director roles. Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Geisinger are among the most active and established employers in the state. The most sought-after subspecialties include pulmonary critical care, surgical critical care, and neurocritical care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center is actively seeking a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic critical care team. This is an exciting opportunity to practice advanced, state-of-the-art medicine in a collaborative environment supported by experienced physicians and a dedicated nursing staff.
Job Duties
Position Highlights:
- 14 shifts/month with a mix of day and night (nocturnal stipend offered) 12-hour shifts (7 am–7 pm or 7 pm–7 am)
- Work alongside critical care physicians in a collaborative, team-based model
- Provide comprehensive care: assessment, planning, education, treatment, and follow-up
- Learn and perform procedures: Central Lines, Temporary dialysis catheters, Arterial lines with the opportunity to learn others
- Serve as a patient advocate, liaison, and trusted advisor for patients and families
- Opportunity to participate in patient-centered research and a variety of improvement initiatives
- Moonlighting opportunities available for additional income
Why Join Geisinger?
- Day 1 Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- Generous PTO: 23 days annually + holidays, parental leave, and military leave
- CME Support: 10 CME days and $3,000/year allowance
- Relocation Assistance: Fully covered
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
Discover Northeastern Pennsylvania:
- Close to top attractions like Kalahari Resorts, Hershey Park, Camelback, and Great Wolf Lodge
- Enjoy year-round outdoor recreation: hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and hunting
- Vibrant local scene with shopping, dining, concerts, and sports
- Easy access to NYC, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Baltimore
- Avoca International Airport just 15 minutes away
To learn more, please contact Tonya N. Harmon Boyer, Senior Provider Recruiter, at tnharmonboyer@geisinger.eduor call 570-854-1571.
Education
Master's Degree-Physician Assistant (Required), Master's Degree-Nurse Practitioner (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing BodySkills
Clinical Policies And Standards; Patient Assessment And Care; Care Management Knowledge; Patient Safety; Patients Rights; Health Information DocumentationAbout 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.
Job Summary
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center is actively seeking a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic critical care team. This is an exciting opportunity to practice advanced, state-of-the-art medicine in a collaborative environment supported by experienced physicians and a dedicated nursing staff.
Job Duties
Position Highlights:
- 14 shifts/month with a mix of day and night (nocturnal stipend offered) 12-hour shifts (7 am–7 pm or 7 pm–7 am)
- Work alongside critical care physicians in a collaborative, team-based model
- Provide comprehensive care: assessment, planning, education, treatment, and follow-up
- Learn and perform procedures: Central Lines, Temporary dialysis catheters, Arterial lines with the opportunity to learn others
- Serve as a patient advocate, liaison, and trusted advisor for patients and families
- Opportunity to participate in patient-centered research and a variety of improvement initiatives
- Moonlighting opportunities available for additional income
Why Join Geisinger?
- Day 1 Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- Generous PTO: 23 days annually + holidays, parental leave, and military leave
- CME Support: 10 CME days and $3,000/year allowance
- Relocation Assistance: Fully covered
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
Discover Northeastern Pennsylvania:
- Close to top attractions like Kalahari Resorts, Hershey Park, Camelback, and Great Wolf Lodge
- Enjoy year-round outdoor recreation: hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and hunting
- Vibrant local scene with shopping, dining, concerts, and sports
- Easy access to NYC, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Baltimore
- Avoca International Airport just 15 minutes away
To learn more, please contact Tonya N. Harmon Boyer, Senior Provider Recruiter, at tnharmonboyer@geisinger.eduor call 570-854-1571.
Education
Master's Degree-Physician Assistant (Required), Master's Degree-Nurse Practitioner (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA); Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing BodySkills
Clinical Policies And Standards; Patient Assessment And Care; Care Management Knowledge; Patient Safety; Patients Rights; Health Information DocumentationAbout 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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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in critical care physician jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania medical license issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
- Board certification or eligibility in critical care medicine through ABIM or ABS
- Completion of an accredited fellowship in critical care or pulmonary critical care
- Current ACLS, BLS, and ATLS certifications required at time of hire
- Experience managing mechanically ventilated patients in a closed or hybrid ICU model
- Ability to obtain DEA registration and Pennsylvania controlled substance license
Critical Care Physician Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a critical care physician in Pennsylvania?
To practice as a critical care physician in Pennsylvania, you must hold an active medical license issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine, which requires completing medical school, postgraduate residency training, and passing USMLE or COMLEX examinations. After residency, a fellowship in critical care medicine is required. Board certification through the American Board of Internal Medicine or American Board of Surgery in a critical care subspecialty is expected by most Pennsylvania employers before hiring.
How much do critical care physicians make in Pennsylvania?
Critical care physicians in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $217,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,850 for the lowest 10% to over $423,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire critical care physicians in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring critical care physicians in Pennsylvania right now include Penn State Health, Allegheny Health Network, and Geisinger, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of large, integrated academic health systems means many positions come with teaching responsibilities and research opportunities alongside clinical duties.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most critical care physician jobs?
Hershey, Erie, and Scranton have the most critical care physician openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh anchor the market, driven by flagship academic medical centers and Level I trauma systems, while Hershey benefits from Penn State Health's campus hospital and Allentown draws demand from the Lehigh Valley Health Network's expanding regional footprint.
Are there remote critical care physician jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of critical care physician openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, bedside nature of intensive care work. The portions of the role most suited to remote work include tele-ICU oversight and administrative or medical director responsibilities at health systems operating virtual critical care programs.
How can I get hired as a critical care physician in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing your critical care fellowship and applying directly to large Pennsylvania health systems that run structured onboarding programs for newly board-eligible intensivists. UPMC, Penn Medicine, and Geisinger regularly hire fellows transitioning out of training and offer mentored first-year arrangements. Candidates with pulmonary medicine or anesthesia backgrounds can also enter through lateral hospitalist or step-down unit roles while pursuing fellowship, and an active Pennsylvania medical license before graduation strengthens any application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to critical care physician jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to critical care physician jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across health systems, academic medical centers, and regional hospitals. Find roles that fit your training, subspecialty, and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that match.
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