Chief, Orthopedic Trauma
About The Position
Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute furthers LVHN’s mission to heal, comfort and care for our community. We are proudly ranked 20th in the nation for orthopedic care and remain the only hospital in the region nationally recognized for orthopedics, according to U.S. News & World Report. We integrated more than 30 years’ experience and award-winning care under one team to provide the most comprehensive bone and joint care in the region. Join our team of nearly 150 clinicians and you’ll find expertise in complete musculoskeletal care. Practice Overview: Oversee an extensive trauma network consisting of Level 1-4 centers Develop policy and protocol network wide Evaluate and treat patients at our Cedar Crest campus (Level 1 trauma center) Treat a wide range of pathology, including Upper extremity, lower extremity, and pelvic injuries Be on the ground floor of an exciting new residency program and help develop trauma education Opportunity for executive involvement in the broader Institute and expanded practice.
Requirements
- A network champion for Orthopedic Trauma Surgery and a passion for the clinical work
- Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified with American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
- A current PA Medical License or ability to obtain one is required
- Previous leadership appointments and experience as an orthopedic trauma surgeon
Responsibilities
- Oversee an extensive trauma network consisting of Level 1-4 centers
- Develop policy and protocol network wide
- Evaluate and treat patients at our Cedar Crest campus (Level 1 trauma center)
- Treat a wide range of pathology, including Upper extremity, lower extremity, and pelvic injuries
- Be on the ground floor of an exciting new residency program and help develop trauma education
- Opportunity for executive involvement in the broader Institute and expanded practice
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Performance/productivity-based incentives in addition to salary
- Up to $100,000 forgivable recruitment loan
- Health, dental, vision and 403(b)/401(a) retirement savings
- Competitive paid time off and sick time
- Long-term disability coverage
- Student loan support, Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer
- Malpractice, medical license, DEA license renewals paid in full
- Continuing medical education allowance and dedicated time off along with technology reimbursement
- Relocation assistance: Up to $10,000 available for qualifying candidates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
