Internal / Family Medicine Opportunity with LVHN Geriatrics
Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Genetics
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 12/11/24

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is seeking non-geriatric board-certified physicians to add to its growing skilled nursing facilities and long-term care settings.

LVHN’s division of geriatrics, housed within the departments of family and internal medicine, consists of 14 physicians and 10 nurse practitioners who provide care for a vast variety of diagnoses across multiple settings. Our geriatricians have been awarded multiple grant-projects and work with family medicine residents and University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine students to produce unique research projects, abstracts and case reports yielding publications and presentations on a national level.

In a geriatrics career with LVHN, you’ll experience:

  • Diverse Practice Settings:As a Geriatric Medicine Physician at Lehigh Valley Hospital, you'll have the opportunity to practice in a variety of settings, including outpatient memory center, inpatient consult services, and post-acute care facilities. This diverse range of practice environments ensures a dynamic and fulfilling professional experience.
  • Professional Development and Education: At Lehigh Valley Hospital, we believe in the importance of mentorship and professional development. As a Geriatric Medicine Physician, you'll have the unique opportunity to educate medical students and residents, sharing your expertise and passion for geriatric care. Our institution is committed to fostering the next generation of healthcare leaders, and you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of medicine through teaching and mentorship.
  • Quality Improvement Projects and Research Opportunities: We are dedicated to continuously improving the quality of care we provide to our geriatric patients. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to participate in quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and experiences. Whether you're interested in clinical research or quality improvement initiatives, you'll have the support and resources you need to pursue your interests and contribute to meaningful advancements in the field.
  • Collaborative Environment: Join a collaborative team of physicians and advanced care practitioners who are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care to our geriatric patients. At Lehigh Valley Hospital, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experts in the field and contribute to interdisciplinary care plans
  • A highly collaborative environment, supported by a large health network and our health institutes, including:
  • Lehigh Valley Cancer Institute
  • Lehigh Valley Heart Institute
  • Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence

Benefits:

We acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous Total Rewards package that makes LVHN an even better place to work and grow your career. And now that LVHN is proudly part of Jefferson Health, we offer current and future clinicians new educational and development opportunities at Thomas Jefferson University across our larger service area. We leverage its position as a world-class medical institution to recruit the best and brightest clinicians. Some of our robust benefits include:

  • Competitive salary with incentive plans
  • Flexible schedule that supports professional and personal priorities
  • Opportunity to develop expertise in post-acute and long-term care medicine
  • Full benefits package including health, dental, vision and 403(b) retirement savings
  • Malpractice, medical license, DEA license and others paid in full
  • CME and technology reimbursement
  • 20 annual vacation days plus six federal holidays and five CME days

Why Join Us?

LVHN is the Lehigh Valley’s leading health care network recognized for its commitment to patient-centered care. Our division is dedicated to improving the quality of life for our aging population by providing compassionate, high-quality care in post-acute and long-term care settings. Join our mission-driven team and become a valued member of a thriving, innovative health care community. Together, let’s redefine care for our community’s most vulnerable patients.

Qualifications

- MD or DO degree, board-certified/eligible in family medicine or internal medicine
- Strong interest in geriatrics or long-term care is preferred
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care