Staff Physician

Lehigh University; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 136,340 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement contributions

Comprehensive health coverage

Tuition benefits for employees and Dep

Job summary

Lehigh University’s Student Affairs division seeks a Staff Physician at the Health and Wellness Center in Bethlehem, PA to deliver comprehensive primary care to a diverse student community with clinical rigor and genuine care.

In this ambulatory setting you’ll diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions, coordinate referrals, and promote preventive health and wellness through student-focused counseling and health initiatives.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Three to five years of work-related clinical experience.
• Active, unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license and BLS.
• Solid understanding of healthcare compliance and documentation standards.
• Experience in college health, adolescent medicine, or similar setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based primary care by diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic conditions.
• Obtain histories, perform exams, order/interpret tests, and coordinate care plans.
• Provide preventive health services and patient-centered counseling.
• Exercise independent clinical judgment within scope of practice.
• Supervise or collaborate with APCs and review external medical data.
• Support clinic flow and develop clinical protocols and guidelines.
• Contribute to university health initiatives and student wellbeing programs.

Skills

Primary care

Ambulatory care

Chronic disease management

Patient counseling

Communication with young adults

Education

MD/DO degree

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Clinical decision support

Job description

Apply now Job no: 503934
Work type: Exempt Staff Full-time
Location: Bethlehem
Categories: Health Care

Lehigh University's Student Affairs division is looking for a Staff Physician who understands that a student's ability to thrive academically and personally begins with their health. Based at Lehigh's on-campus Health and Wellness Center in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, you'll deliver comprehensive primary care to a diverse community of undergraduate and graduate students — bringing clinical rigor and genuine human connection to every encounter. Working within an ambulatory health setting, you'll be the clinical anchor for students navigating everything from acute illness to ongoing chronic conditions.

Position Number: S80380

This position is a Grade: 13 - 40with an approximate salary range of $136,340-$180,000 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Accountabilities

• Deliver evidence-based primary care by diagnosing, treating, and managing both acute and chronic conditions, including performing office-based procedures and coordinating specialty referrals.
• Evaluate patient health by obtaining medical histories, performing physical exams, and ordering/interpreting diagnostic tests to develop and manage tailored treatment plans and prescribe medications.
• Provide preventive health services—such as screenings, risk assessments, and immunizations—alongside patient-centered counseling to promote overall wellness and disease prevention.
• Exercise independent clinical judgment within your scope of practice to coordinate patient care, monitor progress, and dynamically adjust treatment plans to ensure high quality and continuity.
• Respond empathetically to complex or sensitive health concerns—such as mental and sexual health—by providing ongoing care, managing specialty referrals, and ensuring appropriate follow-up.
• Serve as a supervising or collaborating physician for Advanced Practice Clinicians (APCs) in accordance with state requirements while reviewing and documenting external health forms and medical data.
• Support efficient clinic flow within a team-based care model and actively participate in developing and implementing clinical protocols, guidelines, and service delivery enhancements.
• Contribute to university-wide health initiatives, outreach, and educational programming, while serving on university or Student Affairs committees dedicated to student health and wellbeing.
• Maintain all required professional licenses, certifications, and prescriptive authority while strictly adhering to clinical, legal, and regulatory standards such as HIPAA and infection control.
• Ensure high-quality patient data management by completing accurate and timely documentation within electronic medical records.
• Commit to continuous practice improvement by participating in quality assurance activities and maintaining clinical competency through continuing medical education and evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
• Three to five years of work related experience
• Active, unrestricted Pennsylvania state medical license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Solid understanding of healthcare compliance requirements and clinical documentation standards
• A communication style that builds trust with young adults who may be managing health decisions independently for the first time
• Experience in college health, adolescent medicine, or a comparable setting that reflects the population and pace of Lehigh's Health and Wellness Center

Why Lehigh

Lehigh University has a long-standing commitment to treating its staff as integral to the institution's mission, not peripheral to it. As part of Student Affairs, you'll work alongside counselors, health educators, and wellness professionals who share your investment in student outcomes. Lehigh offers retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents. The residential campus in Bethlehem places you within a close, engaged community while keeping Philadelphia and New York City well within reach. Here, strong clinical practice and meaningful relationships with the people you care for go hand in hand.

Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh'sAccommodations Specialist .

Special Considerations

• This position has direct contact with minors, therefore a background check is required.
• Must be up-to-date on all recommended vaccination per CDC/ACIP guidelines including annual seasonal Flu vaccine unless medically exempt.

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

The Staff Physician provides comprehensive primary care to university students in an ambulatory health setting. This role is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic health conditions, as well as preventive care and health promotion. The Staff Physician exercises advanced clinical judgment and evidence-based practice to support student health and ensure high-quality, compliant care delivery.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or familial status, national origin (including shared ancestry), pregnancy or related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Lehigh University is committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and interested in candidates who seek to contribute tothe university’s mission.

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