Division Chief, Foot and Ankle Surgery

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Division Chief for Foot and Ankle Surgery at a leading orthopedic institute. This role involves overseeing clinical operations, managing day-to-day activities, and mentoring division members. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in orthopedic surgery, including a valid medical license, residency, and fellowship in Foot & Ankle. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of orthopedic education and practice within a recognized center of excellence, contributing to a collaborative and innovative healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania medical license required.
• Board certification/eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical operations for Foot & Ankle Surgery.
• Manage day-to-day activities and mentor division members.
• Collaborate with leadership for strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Strategic Planning

Clinical Operations Management

Education

MD or DO degree

Completion of Orthopedic Residency

Completion of Foot & Ankle Fellowship

Job description

Division Chief, Foot and Ankle Surgery
Position Overview

The Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute (LVOI) seeks an outstanding leader in Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Surgery to serve as our Division Chief. The LVOI is one of the country’s largest and busiest Musculoskeletal care centers; our nearly 200 providers perform over 27,000 Orthopedic procedures annually. Our Institute has been recognized by US News & World Report as #27 in the Nation.

In partnership with the Physician-in-Chief (to whom the successful candidate would report) and the Executive Leadership Council (ELC), the roles and responsibilities of the Foot & Ankle Division Chief would include, but not be limited to:

1. Oversee clinical operations for all Foot & Ankle Surgery at all locations
2. Manage day-to-day activities of the Division and its Section of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
3. Mentor Division members, promote educational programs and encourage scientific inquiry
4. Work with the Physician-in-Chief and Executive Leadership Council to direct the strategy and vision for LVOI by contributing insights from the Foot & Ankle Division, as well as adhere to and uphold the LVOI’s Citizenship commitments
5. Plan and manage the clinical expansion of the Foot & Ankle Division through strategic recruitment and retention of talent
6. Work collaboratively with leadership across all divisions at LVOI and across the Network
7. Prepare to take a Division-level, Department Level, or Program Level leadership position in the event that LVOI starts an ACGME-accredited Orthopedic Residency or Foot & Ankle Fellowship.

Qualifications:

• A valid Pennsylvania medical license
• MD or DO degree from an accredited degree-granting institution
• Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Residency program
• Completion of a year-long Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Fellowship
• Board certification/eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery

Recruiter Details:

Amanda Gurgick
Senior Clinician Recruiter, Anesthesia and Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute
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484-788-1123