Non-Geriatric Board-Certified Physician

Position Overview

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.

Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values support and innovation in patient care. Share call schedules with all clinicians in the division to ensure a manageable workload and work-life balance for the team. This section currently includes a nurse practitioner and interdisciplinary team members who implement individualized patient-care plans. The ideal candidate will be focused on delivering excellent and compassionate clinical care to the families of the Lehigh Valley and beyond.

• This position is located in the heart of Allentown,PA at our 17th Street hospital
• You will see an average of 10-15 patients a day
• You will provide comprehensive care for elderly in various settings such as:
  • Our outpatient Fleming Memory Center
  • Inpatient Geriatric Consultative Services including Trauma and Geriatric Surgery Verification Program
  • Post Acute Care and Long-Term Care

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 & Perks

As a nationally certified Great Place to Work™, 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. Explore our benefits.

• Starting Bonus
• Resident and Fellow Educational Stipends
• Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
• CME Time and Allowance
• Relocation (if applicable)

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