Infectious Disease Physician

Lehigh Valley Health Network’s (LVHN) infectious disease program serves an eight-county area in Eastern Pennsylvania with a population of over two million. The infectious disease team is well established and has 14 physicians and 5 advanced practice clinicians who primarily cover Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Cedar Crest in Allentown and LVH–Muhlenberg in Bethlehem, Pa. Telemedicine consults are provided to other health network locations in Pottsville, Hazleton and East Stroudsburg, PA. LVH–Cedar Crest is a 988-bed teaching hospital and faculty appointments are available through our academic partner.The infectious disease position is an exciting opportunity to join the team as LVHN stands on the precipice of tremendous growth in transplant medicine. The division sees patients with a multitude of infections and has a robust antimicrobial stewardship and infection control program. We are a tight-knit, friendly group that values communication, clinical excellence, and innovation.The Lehigh Valley includes Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton and is Pennsylvania’s third-most populous metropolitan area as well as the fastest growing region in the state. We are in close proximity to both New York City and Philadelphia. The Lehigh Valley boasts its own local arts and culture, indoor and outdoor activities, access to hiking, skiing, and lakes, as well as unique dining and shopping opportunities.In an Infectious Disease with LVHN, you will experience:80% inpatient work at LVH-Cedar Crest and LVH-Muhlenberg hospitals15% in the ambulatory clinicOutpatient office hours are M-F 8am to 5:00 pmNighttime call (phone only) every 14 daysBenefits and PerksStarting BonusResident and Fellow Educational StipendsMalpractice Insurance with Tail CoverageCME Time and AllowanceRelocation (if applicable)Qualifications

A network champion for Infectious Disease and a passion for clinical workMust be Board Eligible or Board CertifiedA current PA Medical License or ability to obtain one is requiredInterested? Get In Touch.

Send your CV or contact your recruiter to learn more about this opportunity.Catherine SommersClinician Recruiter, Bariatric Medicine, Endocrinology, Hospice/Palliative Care, Infectious Diseases, Occupational Medicine and Rheumatology and PhysiatryLehigh Valley Hospital- 17th Street Allentown, PA 18102-3648Health Center at East Stroudsburg East Stroudsburg, PA 18301Job Category: Full-TimeCall, DaysJob ID: ic-2023-1450Posted: July 22, 2024

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