Chief, Sports Medicine — Academic Leader & Practice Builder

Jefferson Health; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 400,000 - 560,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership opportunity

Academic involvement

Comprehensive benefits

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Malpractice/licensing covered

CME reimbursement

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a visionary Division Chief of Sports Medicine to lead clinical practice, education, and enterprise connectivity across the Lehigh Valley and broader Jefferson network.

The role includes program-building leadership, engagement with residents, and potential development of a Sports Medicine Fellowship with academic appointments through Sidney Kimmel Medical College. A strong track record in sports medicine leadership is preferred.

Qualifications

• Orthopedic surgeon with specialty training in Sports Medicine.
• Board-certified or board-eligible with fellowship in Sports Medicine.
• Strong candidates with prior Sports Medicine leadership and academic involvement will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical leadership and practice-building for sports medicine across the network.
• Serve as Division Chief of Sports Medicine at Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute and Jefferson Orthopedics.
• Engage with residents and develop a Sports Medicine Fellowship where appropriate. Academic appointments through Sidney Kimmel Medical College are encouraged.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Academic engagement

Program builder

Executive leadership

Education

Fellowship in Sports Medicine

Board-certified or board-eligible orthopedic surgeon

Job description

Jefferson Health is seeking a visionary Division Chief of Sports Medicine to lead clinical practice, education, and enterprise connectivity across the Lehigh Valley and broader Jefferson network.

The role includes program-building leadership, engagement with residents, and potential development of a Sports Medicine Fellowship with academic appointments through Sidney Kimmel Medical College. A strong track record in sports medicine leadership is preferred.