Pediatric Endocrinologist

Endocrine News; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health network is seeking a passionate Pediatric Endocrinologist to join a growing team dedicated to providing excellent care. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a busy practice supported by a Certified Diabetes Educator, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative environment. The position emphasizes work-life balance, competitive compensation, and professional growth within a network committed to innovation in pediatric health services. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your career development in a vibrant community.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Malpractice insurance

Health and dental insurance

CME allowance

Starting bonus

Relocation assistance

Generous time off plans

Team-based care

Professional support and growth

Teaching and research opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be BC/BE in Pediatric Endocrinology.
• Experience in managing pediatric diabetes and related conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient and inpatient care for pediatric patients.
• Collaborate with a team of specialists in a supportive environment.

Skills

Pediatric Endocrinology

Diabetes Education

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Tools

Insulin Pump

Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)

Job description

St. Luke’s University Health Network, the region’s largest, most established health system, a major teaching hospital, and one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals is seeking a passionate BC/BE Pediatric Endocrinologist to be part of an expanding group of pediatric subspecialists providing excellent care at St. Luke’s University Health Network/ St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital. The position will consist of outpatient clinic hours as well as inpatient consults.
St. Luke’s Department of Pediatrics is growing and expanding our offering of services. We are seeking providers who are excited by growth and new opportunities.
To learn more about our Children’s Hospital and pediatric services, please visit https://www.slhn.org/pediatrics
Highlights Include:

• St. Luke’s Pediatric Endocrinology is a busy practice that receives support from a Certified Diabetes Educator/Dietitian who guides patients through our Pediatric Diabetes Education program which provides medical nutrition therapy, meter instruction, injection training, insulin pump/ CGM education and more.
• In 2023, St. Luke’s announced the establishment of St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital at the Bethlehem Campus and is a proud member of the Children’s Hospital Association, representing decades of growth and investment in pediatrics and the Network’s commitment to pediatric services.
• St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital and the Department of Pediatrics consists of inpatient, neonatal, emergency medicine, specialty and primary care providers spread across a variety of practice locations. The Network also has a robust base of family practice providers throughout the St. Luke’s service area (Pennsylvania and New Jersey).
• The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit is an 8-bed unit which opened in February 2020 at St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital, Bethlehem Campus. The unit is staffed by critical care intensivists and specially trained pediatric nurses and receives admissions from the Network’s 12 hospital campuses. The unit is also located adjacent to the 17-bed Inpatient Pediatric Unit allowing for easy transfer and collaboration across units.
• The new Pediatric Emergency Department is a 6 bed unit located within St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital and will expand to 11 beds at the completion of an ongoing construction project.
• The department is supported by a growing team of pediatric specialists spanning 40 specialty areas including pediatric surgery, GI, endocrinology, nephrology, developmental pediatrics, neurology, cardiology, dermatology, psychiatry, pulmonology, radiology, anesthesia, orthopedics, plastic surgery, and more! Many are conveniently located at St. Luke’s Pediatric Specialty Center, the region’s only freestanding building dedicated entirely to pediatric services.
• The most robust and highest volume OB program in the region with a strong maternal and fetal medicine program which delivers over 5,000 babies per year.
• Surgical Level III NICU located at St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital, Bethlehem, PA, 16 bed Level III NICU at St. Luke’s Allentown Campus, 26 bed Level III NICU at St. Luke’s Anderson Campus, and a 6 bed Level II NICU at St. Luke’s Upper Bucks Campus.
• Robust 12 hospital Network spread over a diverse geographic area providing emergency care for over 320,000 patients annually.

In joining St. Luke’s University Health Network you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive compensation and a rich benefits package, including malpractice insurance, health and dental insurance, & CME allowance
• Starting bonus and relocation assistance!
• Work/life balance & flexibility - generous time off plans
• Team-based care with well-educated, dedicated support staff
• A culture in which innovation is highly valued
• Professional support and growth within the network
• Teaching, research, quality improvement and strategic development opportunities

Contact Information

If you are interested in learning more about these opportunities, please contact:

Christine Figler, Physician Recruiter
St. Luke's University Health Network
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