Chairman of Orthopedics

St. Luke's University Health; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Malpractice coverage

Health insurance

CME allowance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking an experienced Chair of Orthopedics to provide strategic leadership for the service line across its extensive network.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, research, and teaching within an academically affiliated environment. The Chair will mentor surgeons and staff, guide clinical practice, and drive growth while maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Board-Certified in subspecialty with an MD or DO and able to demonstrate clinical, administrative and educational leadership.
• Minimum of 10 years of clinical experience with at least 5 years in a well-developed leadership role
• Interest in maintaining an active clinical practice, engaging in clinical research and trials, and teaching at our #1 nationally ranked teaching hospital
• Proven track record demonstrating professional excellence in leadership, research, patient care, administration and education
• Ability to lead others in a dynamic and growth-oriented organization that strives for excellence in all areas of operation
• Outstanding communication, relationship building, and mentorship skills

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision, leadership and accountability for all aspects of the Orthopedics Service Line.
• Lead and mentor a large team of surgeons and advanced practice providers across multiple locations.
• Engage in clinical research, trials, and ongoing education within the department.
• Collaborate with academic partners including Temple University School of Medicine for faculty appointment.
• Develop and execute growth initiatives to strengthen service-line performance and patient care quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Strategic vision

Teaching

Clinical leadership

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Nationally recognized St. Luke’s University Health Network, the region’s largest and most established health system, is seeking an experienced, driven and forward-thinking physician to provide strategic vision, leadership and accountability for all aspects of the Orthopedics Service Line, including quality, growth and clinical effectiveness. St. Luke’s has recently been recognized by the federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) as the #1 high-performing health systems in the United States for safety and quality ahead of Houston Methodist and the Mayo Clinic.

St. Luke’s is looking for a Chair who demonstrates exemplary clinical skills and has excellent leadership abilities. The Chairman of Orthopedics will build upon a growing and dynamic department that has a strong presence throughout the Network. You should have an aptitude for mentoring and staff/provider development, with the ability to develop trust while continuing to elevate the department and St. Luke’s University Health Network.

Qualifications:

Candidate must be a physician who is Board-Certified in their subspecialty with an MD or DO and be able to demonstrate clinical, administrative and educational leadership. In addition, candidates must have:

• Minimum of 10 years of clinical experience with at least 5 years in a well-developed leadership role
• An interest in maintaining an active clinical practice, engaging in clinical research and trials, and teaching at our #1 nationally ranked teaching hospital
• A proven track record demonstrating professional excellence in leadership, research, patient care, administration and education
• The ability to lead others in a dynamic and growth-oriented organization that strives for excellence in all areas of operation
• Outstanding communication, relationship building, and mentorship skills

Orthopedic Service Line Highlights:

• 52 Orthopedic surgeons with 55 APs across 28 locations
• Subspecialties include Ortho Trauma, Sports, Hand & Wrist, Shoulder & Elbow, Adult Joint Reconstruction, Pediatrics, Foot & Ankle, Spine, and Ortho Oncology
• Leadership/oversight responsibilities are inclusive of additional musculoskeletal service lines such as Primary Care Sports Medicine, Spine & Pain, Podiatry, and Chiropractic Care
• Orthopedic Residency Program
• 70+ Sports Medicine School District/College Partners
• High volume practices with strong market share
• Opportunity to enhance strategic initiatives and expand services

In joining St. Luke’s University Health Network, you will enjoy:

• Opportunity to lead a progressive, well-trained team of physicians
• Work in an academic environment with faculty appointment to Temple University School of Medicine
• Exceptional compensation package with relocation assistance
• Rich benefits package including malpractice, health insurance, CME allowance, and retirement benefits
• Team-based care with well-educated, dedicated support staff
• Culture in which innovation is highly valued

About St. Luke’s University Health Network:

Founded in 1872, St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of more than 23,000 employees providing services at 16 campuses and 350+ outpatient sites. With annual net revenue of $4 billion, the Network’s service area includes 11 counties in two states: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. St. Luke’s hospitals operate the largest network of trauma centers in Pennsylvania, with the Bethlehem Campus being home to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital.

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