Pediatric Anesthesiologist

1012 Lehigh Valley Physician Group - Lehigh; United States; On-site; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Forgivable recruitment loan: up to $75

Benefits package: malpractice, license

Relocation assistance

Research opportunities

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) invites board-certified or board-eligible pediatric anesthesiologists to join LVPG Anesthesiology in the Lehigh Valley. You will partner with Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital for pediatric anesthesiology service needs, including NICU/PICU patients, and participate in a mixed practice across main ORs, labor and delivery, and non-operating room anesthesia.

A robust academic environment awaits with 17 ACGME-accredited programs and ongoing research

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in both Anesthesiology and Pediatric Anesthesiology.
• Pennsylvania medical license or ability to obtain one.
• Commitment to patient safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric anesthesia services for NICU/PICU and general cases.
• Collaborate with surgeons, obstetricians, and nursing staff to ensure safe, efficient care.
• Participate in academic activities, training programs, and quality-improvement initiatives.

Skills

Board-certified/board-eligible

Pediatric anesthesiology

Clinical excellence

Interpersonal skills

Education

ABMS-certification/eligibility

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Specialty

We are inviting board-certified or board-eligible pediatric anesthesiologists with exceptional clinical and interpersonal skills to join Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG) Anesthesiology, part of Jefferson Health. In the Lehigh Valley, we have more than 70 anesthesiologists, 150 CRNAs and several resident trainees with a variety of clinical interests and expertise.

Position Overview

By joining the Pediatric Anesthesiology Division within LVPG’s Department of Anesthesiology, you will be closely partnered with the clinicians and staff of Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital at Cedar Crest for pediatric anesthesiology service needs, including patients from our high-acuity NICU and PICU.

A mixed practice encompassing a roughly even split between pediatric cases and adult generalist/obstetric cases in our main operating rooms, labor and delivery suite, and non-operating room anesthesia (NORA) environment creates welcome and stimulating challenges to keep sharp the full breadth of anesthesiology skills and knowledge.

Enjoy time in our crown jewel, a separately licensed but on-site ambulatory Children’s Surgical Center for patients aged 6 months through 18 years.

Enjoy flexibility with the structuring of work hours, shifts, call, and time-off.

Contribute to a robust academic environment, including 17 ACGME-accredited training programs and an anesthesiology residency.

Participate in and pursue supported clinical research and quality improvement opportunities.

Job Qualifications

Passion for clinical work to positively impact patient care, safety and experience.

Must be American Board of Anesthesiology board-certified or board-eligible in both Anesthesiology and Pediatric Anesthesiology.

A valid Pennsylvania medical license or ability to obtain one is required.

Benefits & Perks

• Highly competitive salary at or above the 75th percentile
• Up to $75,000 forgivable recruitment loan
• Health, dental, vision and 403(b) retirement savings
• Student loan support: Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer
• Malpractice insurance, medical license, DEA license and other practice expenses paid in full
• Ample reimbursement for additional continuing medical education activities and technology
• Relocation services (if applicable)

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. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Details

Work Shift: Day Shift
Address: 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd
Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest
Position Type: Onsite
Union: Not Applicable
Work Schedule: Department: 1012-28106 1012-28106 LVPG-L Anesthesia - Cedar Crest

About LVHN

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®.

LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.