Pediatric Pulmonologist

Ascension St Vincent; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network seeks a motivated BC/BE Pediatric Pulmonologist to lead and develop a new practice. As the first pediatric pulmonologist in the network, you will play a pivotal role in expanding pediatric services and enhancing care delivery. Enjoy a competitive salary, rich benefits, and the opportunity to work in a supportive teaching environment in the vibrant Lehigh Valley.

Benefits

Substantial compensation package

Malpractice and health/dental insurance

CME allowance

Starting bonus

Work/life balance

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to interact with patients and families.
• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills in complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Join as the first Pediatric Pulmonologist and establish a new practice.
• Provide specialized care for pediatric patients and their families.
• Expand pediatric services and contribute to departmental growth.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

BC/BE in Pediatric Pulmonology

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 Pulmonologist to join our dedicated team of physicians providing excellent care at St. Luke’s University Health Network.

St. Luke’s pediatrics department is growing and expanding our offering of services. We are seeking providers who are excited by growth and new opportunities. Join our pediatric team as the first pediatric pulmonologist in the St. Luke’s Network! If you are excited by the opportunity to build a new practice we look forward to speaking with you!

Highlights include:

• The Department of Pediatrics consists of inpatient, primary care and specialty care providers across a variety of practice locations. The current inpatient unit is an 18 bed unit located at St. Luke’s University Hospital in Bethlehem, PA.
•Pediatric volumes have grown significantly over the past few years and the service line is actively looking to expand pediatric services within the community through the addition of a new 8 bed PICU and new pediatric subspecialists.
• Growing OB department with nearly 4,000 deliveries per year.
• 23 bed Level III NICU located at St. Luke’s University Hospital in Bethlehem, PA, 8 bed Level II NICU at St. Luke’s Allentown Campus and NEW 26 bed Level III NICU at St. Luke’s Anderson Campus.
• Robust 12 hospital Network spread over a diverse geographic area.

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

• Substantial compensation and a rich benefits package, including malpractice insurance, health and dental insurance, & CME allowance
• Starting bonus!
• Work/life balance & flexibility
• 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

About St. Luke’s University Health Network

Founded in 1872, St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of more than 18,000 employees providing services at 12 hospitals and 300+ outpatient sites. With annual net revenue greater than $3 billion, the Network’s service area includes 11 counties: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey.

Dedicated to advancing medical education, St. Luke’s is the preeminent teaching hospital in central-eastern Pennsylvania. In partnership with Temple University, St. Luke’s created the Lehigh Valley’s first and only regional medical school campus. It also operates the nation’s longest continuously operating School of Nursing, established in 1884, and 40 fully accredited graduate medical educational programs with 419 residents and fellows.

Utilizing the Epic electronic medical record (EMR) system for both inpatient and outpatient services, the Network is a multi-year recipient of the Most Wired award recognizing the breadth of the SLUHN’s information technology applications such as telehealth, online scheduling and online pricing information. St. Luke’s is also recognized as one of the state’s lowest cost providers.

About the Lehigh Valley:

The Lehigh Valley embraces a diverse community and is a thriving economy. Much of daily life happens outdoors, thanks to year-round temperatures which allows for time to explore eclectic restaurants, fantastic entertainment and the opportunity to participate in outdoor focused activities. Excellent school systems and affordable housing can be found with easy access to our hospitals and outpatient facilities.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact:

Christine Figler
Physician Recruiter
St. Luke’s University Health Network
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