Chair, Department of Psychiatry

Lehigh Valley Hospital; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dynamic leader to chair their Psychiatry Department. This pivotal role involves overseeing clinical operations, enhancing quality improvement initiatives, and managing educational and research activities. As part of a comprehensive behavioral health network, you'll collaborate with a diverse team of professionals to provide exceptional patient care. The position offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment. Join a committed team dedicated to advancing mental health services in a rapidly growing community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

CME Opportunities

Retirement Plans

Access to Educational Opportunities

Qualifications

• Board certification in Psychiatry required.
• At least five years of experience in a medical leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical operations of the Department of Psychiatry.
• Develop and manage quality improvement programs.
• Collaborate with administration on clinical program development.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Improvement

Care Management

Program Development

Medical Staff Relations

Research Management

Education

Board Certification in Psychiatry

Pennsylvania Medical License

Medical Degree (M.D. or D.O.)

Job description

Position Overview

Chair, LVHN Department of Psychiatry

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), proudly part of Jefferson Health, is seeking a proven and effective leader to spearhead our Department of Psychiatry as Chair. The Chair will support the Lehigh Valley Fleming Neuroscience Institute as part of the LVHN legacy services, in addition to the Psychiatry & Human Behavior service line under Jefferson Health.

The Department of Psychiatry at LVHN is one of four pillars of the Lehigh Valley Fleming Neuroscience Institute, alongside the Departments of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and the Fleming Memory Center. These entities are dedicated to clinical, academic/research, and educational missions related to brain/nervous system and mental health in the region and beyond. The Lehigh Valley Fleming Neuroscience Institute partners with the Vicky and Jack Farber Institute for Neuroscience of Thomas Jefferson University.

LVHN and our Department of Psychiatry are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for our community. Our team includes psychiatrists, psychologists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, social workers, psychiatric nurses, and occupational therapists, all working collaboratively to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Our services include inpatient behavioral health at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH) Muhlenberg, LVH Schuylkill, and LVH Pocono, as well as short-term outpatient services at LVH Muhlenberg and LVH Cedar Crest, encompassing individual, couples, family, and group therapy. We also provide medication management for children, adolescents, and adults.

We offer a comprehensive continuum of behavioral health care, from emergency evaluation to intensive care, partial hospitalization, outpatient follow-up, homecare, and skilled nursing consultation. Our department is expanding and currently comprises over 30 psychiatrists and 120 mental health professionals, along with residency and fellowship programs.

Discover more about LVHN and our mission and values on our about page or learn more about the LVHN Department of Psychiatry.

As Chair of Psychiatry at LVHN, your responsibilities will include:

1. Overseeing clinical operations of the Department of Psychiatry, including quality improvement, care management, program development, business development, medical staff relations, policies, education, and research.
2. Appointing and supervising division chiefs, residency program directors, and other physician leaders.
3. Developing, implementing, and managing quality improvement and care management programs.
4. Overseeing educational and research activities, including appointing appropriate leadership.
5. Collaborating with administration on clinical program development to meet community needs.
6. Working with the Network Office of Research and Innovation and the Institutional Review Board to ensure research meets safety and academic standards.
7. Managing the business and financial aspects of psychiatry programs.
8. Serving on the LVPG Board of Governors and the Medical Executive Committee.
9. Maintaining relationships with educational organizations and collaborating across clinical entities and Jefferson Health to provide comprehensive psychiatric care.

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a competitive, benchmark-driven compensation package with opportunities for performance-based incentives. Our comprehensive benefits include health, vision, dental, disability, CME, and retirement plans. As part of Jefferson Health, we also provide access to educational and development opportunities at Thomas Jefferson University.

About the Lehigh Valley:

The Lehigh Valley is one of the fastest-growing regions in the U.S., located in eastern Pennsylvania, close to Philadelphia and New York City. It offers excellent schools, colleges, cultural, and recreational activities, with a close-knit community atmosphere.

Qualifications:

• Board certification in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
• Pennsylvania Medical License
• Medical Degree (M.D. or D.O.)
• At least five years of experience in a medical leadership role