Chief, Sports Medicine

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership opportunity

Academic involvement

Relocation assistance

Health benefits

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Easton, PA seeks a fellowship-trained Sports Medicine orthopedic surgeon to lead the Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute's sports medicine division as Division Chief. This is a full‑time, day‑shift role.

The position blends clinical leadership, enterprise connectivity within Jefferson Orthopedics, and academic engagement with residency programs and potential Sports Medicine Fellowship development.

Qualifications

• Fellowship training in Sports Medicine is required.
• Board certification/eligibility in orthopedic surgery.
• Strong clinical skills and leadership potential are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical operations and practice development for sports medicine within the Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute.
• Serve as Division Chief of Sports Medicine at Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute and Jefferson Orthopedics.
• Engage with residents and scholars; support academic appointments and potential fellowship development.

Skills

Fellowship-trained Sports Medicine

Board-certified/board-eligible

Clinical leadership

Job description

Jefferson Health - Lehigh Valley Region | Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute

Easton, Pennsylvania | Full-Time | Day Shift | Job IDJR132065

Jefferson Health is seeking an experienced, fellowship-trained Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon to join the nationally ranked Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute in eastern Pennsylvania.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a critical subspecialty division within a nationally recognized integrated practice that spans Southeast Pennsylvania, the Lehigh Valley and New Jersey. Jefferson Orthopedics operates on a highly successful "pluralistic" model, combining employed and private practice physicians to form one of the country's largest orthopedic practices, consistently recognized among the top 25 programs nationally by U.S. News & World Report.

The successful candidate will be responsible for three core areas

Clinical Leadership and Practice Building:

You will be sought as a "program builder" to establish best processes and practices, driving clinical excellence and integration for sports medicine across our geographically-based integrated network.

Executive Leadership and Enterprise Connectivity:

You will fulfill a vital leadership role as the Division Chief of Sports Medicine at both the Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute and Jefferson Orthopedics.

Academic Engagement:

The Division Chief has the opportunity to engage with residents across four existing and one emerging orthopedic residency programs. Development of a Sports Medicine Fellowship would be supported when appropriate. Academic appointments through the esteemed Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University are available and encouraged for qualified candidates. Experience with managing Athlete Health and Performance.

Why choose Jefferson - Lehigh Valley for your career?

Jefferson Health is the Lehigh Valley's leading healthcare network, recognized for its commitment to patient-centered care and physician well-being. Join our mission-driven team and become a valued member of a thriving, innovative healthcare community. Also, we offer current and future clinicians new educational and developmental opportunities at Thomas Jefferson University. We leverage Jefferson's position as a world-class academic health system to recruit the best and brightest clinicians. Together, we're redefining the future of care.

About the Lehigh Valley

The Lehigh Valley is one of the fastest-growing areas in the country, located in the heart of eastern Pennsylvania, 60 miles from Philadelphia and 80 miles from New York City. The area has outstanding public and private school systems, more than a half-dozen colleges and universities and an abundance of cultural and recreational year-round offerings. As a resident of the Lehigh Valley, you'll experience its charming, close-knit community atmosphere while being just a short drive from the hustle and bustle of larger cities. Achieve work-life balance by making a meaningful impact on the lives of our community while exploring all the adventures eastern Pennsylvania has to offer.

Qualifications

We are seeking a talented and dedicated orthopedic surgeon with specialty training in Sports Medicine. The ideal candidate:

• Possesses sophisticated clinical skills, strong academic aspirations and a passion for positively impacting patient care, safety and experience.
• Must be board-certified or board-eligible orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in Sports Medicine
• Is an experienced orthopedic Sports Medicine surgeon (preferred), but outstanding recent graduates or those matriculating from accredited fellowships in the coming months will be strongly considered.

Benefits

We acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous benefits package that makes Jefferson Health an even better place to work and grow your career. Some of our benefits include:

• Large, immediate clinical volume
• Competitive salary with incentive plans
• Significant leadership opportunity and institutional support
• A robust environment for academic involvement and teaching
• Health, dental, vision and 403(b) retirement savings
• Student loan support, Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer
• Malpractice insurance, medical license, DEA license and others paid in full
• Reimbursement for continuing medical education and technology
• Relocation services (if applicable)

Compensation & Benefits

Jefferson Health offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, along with opportunities for professional and academic growth.

Jefferson Health is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-eligible employer.

Build the Next Chapter of Sports Medicine in the Lehigh Valley