Family Practice - Geriatrics Physician

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Hospital seeks a Geriatric Medicine Physician to join its esteemed team. The role involves providing comprehensive care for elderly patients across diverse settings, including outpatient and inpatient services. The position offers opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and participation in quality improvement projects. A generous benefits package is included.

Benefits

Starting Bonus

Resident and Fellow Educational Stipends

Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage

CME Time and Allowance

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in diverse practice settings including outpatient and inpatient care.
• Opportunities for professional development and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for elderly patients in various settings.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and research opportunities.

Skills

Geriatric Care

Patient Care

Collaboration

Job description

Lehigh Valley Hospital's Department of Medicine is seeking a dedicated Geriatric Medicine Physician to join our esteemed team.

At Lehigh Valley Hospital, we pride ourselves on offering comprehensive and compassionate care to our community, and we're excited to welcome a skilled physician to help us continue this mission.

• This position is located in the heart of Allentown, PA at our 17th Street hospital.
• You will see an average of 10-15 patients a day.
• You will provide comprehensive care for the elderly in various settings such as:

• Our outpatient Fleming Memory Center.
• Inpatient Geriatric Consultative Services, including Trauma and Geriatric Surgery Verification Program.
• Post-Acute Care and Long-Term Care.

LVHN's division of geriatrics, housed within the departments of family and internal medicine, consists of 14 physicians and 10 nurse practitioners who provide care for a wide variety of diagnoses across multiple settings. Our geriatricians have been awarded multiple grants and work with family medicine residents and University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine students to produce research projects, abstracts, and case reports, resulting in publications and presentations on a national level.

In a geriatrics career with LVHN, you will experience:

• Diverse Practice Settings: Practice in various environments, including outpatient memory centers, inpatient consult services, and post-acute care facilities, ensuring a dynamic and fulfilling professional experience.

• Professional Development and Education: Opportunities to educate medical students and residents, sharing your expertise and passion for geriatric care. We are committed to fostering the next generation of healthcare leaders through teaching and mentorship.

• Quality Improvement Projects and Research Opportunities: Participate in initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and experiences. Support and resources are available for clinical research and quality improvement efforts.

• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experts in the field within a team dedicated to providing the highest standard of care, contributing to interdisciplinary care plans.

Our environment is highly collaborative, supported by a large health network and institutes, including:

• Lehigh Valley Cancer Institute
• Lehigh Valley Heart Institute
• Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence

Benefits & Perks

As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, we offer a generous Total Rewards package to support your career growth. Our benefits include:

• Starting Bonus
• Resident and Fellow Educational Stipends
• Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
• CME Time and Allowance
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)