Rheumatology Physician

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health network is seeking a dedicated Rheumatologist to join their team. This role offers a balanced schedule with a mix of outpatient care and hospital rounding, allowing for impactful patient interactions. With a focus on adult populations, you will collaborate with a team of skilled fellows and providers. The network prides itself on exceptional care and offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise and passion for clinical work.

Benefits

Attractive Work Schedule & Starting Bonus

Highly Competitive compensation

Low-cost health insurance

Generous CME allowance

Top-tier retirement programs

Educational Stipend

Loan Forgiveness Assistance Program

Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Rheumatology.
• A current PA Medical License or ability to obtain one is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient consultations and follow-ups.
• Participate in hospital unit rounding every 5-6 weeks.

Skills

Rheumatology expertise

Patient care

Clinical work passion

Education

Board Eligible or Board Certified

Current PA Medical License

Job description

This is truly an extraordinary time to join the Lehigh Valley Health Network. LVHN emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic with exceptional care providers and financial strength. LVHN is one of the nation's most advanced health networks, offering comprehensive care in 95 clinical specialties.

• Practice Overview:
  Outpatient Office/Clinic: Initial consults, follow up.
  Hospital Unit Rounding: 1 week every 5-6 weeks with fellows
  Patient demographics: adult population
• What % work time can the provider expect:
  • Outpatient Office/Clinic: Most of the time except during call week
  • Hospital Units Rounding/Consults 1 week out of 5 or 6
• Team with whom this Physician will be working: Rheumatology fellows, 9 providers in LVPG (8 physicians, 1 APC) and 5 providers (3 physicians, 2 APCs) from Coordinated Health

Job Qualifications:

• A network champion for Rheumatology and a passion for the clinical work
• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified
• A current PA Medical License or ability to obtain one is required

Benefits & Perks:

• Attractive Work Schedule & Starting Bonus
• Highly Competitive compensation with a superb benefits package
• Low-cost health insurance for employees and their families
• Generous CME allowance and time
• Top-tier retirement programs
• Educational Stipend and Loan Forgiveness Assistance Program
• Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
• Relocation Assistance

Individuals are required to adhere to all LVHN vaccination policies in effect at the time of hire. Employees will be subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Please note that safety sensitive positions cannot test positive for marijuana or its metabolites, medical or otherwise.

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.