Chief, Orthopedic Trauma

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Competitive paid time off

Student loan support

Relocation assistance up to $10,000

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Chief of Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to oversee an extensive trauma network in Allentown, PA. This role includes evaluating and treating patients, developing policies, and participating in residency program education. The ideal candidate should be board certified or eligible in Orthopedic Surgery and possess a PA Medical License. The position offers exceptional earning potential, comprehensive benefits, and generous relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for clinical work in orthopedic trauma.
• Experience as an orthopedic trauma surgeon required.
• Ability to develop trauma education and contribute to residency program.

Responsibilities

• Oversee trauma network consisting of multiple care centers.
• Evaluate and treat patients at the Level 1 trauma center.
• Develop protocol and policies for the trauma network.

Skills

Leadership in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

Clinical expertise in treating orthopedic trauma

Policy and protocol development

Education

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery

Current Pennsylvania Medical License or eligibility to obtain one

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.

Specialty

Chief of Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon – Join Award Winning Network in Eastern Pennsylvania

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.

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

Compensation and Benefits for Full‑Time Clinician with LVHN

• Exceptional earning potential:
  • Competitive salary
  • Performance/productivity‑based incentives in addition to salary
  • Up to $100,000 forgivable recruitment loan
• Comprehensive benefits:
  • 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
• Career growth opportunities: Continuing medical education allowance and dedicated time off along with technology reimbursement
• Relocation assistance: Up to $10,000 available for qualifying candidates

Qualifications

• A network champion for Orthopedic Trauma Surgery and a passion for the clinical work
• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified with the 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy.