About this opportunity
American Academy Of Family Physicians lists this Chair, Department of Family Medicine opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Regional Primary Care Leader - Jefferson Health, Lehigh Region
Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania
Lead the Future of Primary Care
This is an exceptional executive leadership opportunity for an accomplished physician leader to shape the future of Family Medicine and Primary Care within one of the nation's largest integrated academic health systems.
As Chair, you will provide strategic leadership for Family Medicine while helping drive the continued integration and transformation of Primary Care across the Jefferson enterprise. Working alongside executive leadership, physician leaders, and Thomas Jefferson University, you will influence clinical excellence, physician engagement, education, research, and innovation throughout the region.
Why Jefferson Health?
Jefferson Health is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit academic health system serving communities throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Together with the Lehigh Valley Region, we are one of the 15 largest not-for-profit health systems in the United States , with:
32 hospital campuses
More than 700 outpatient and ambulatory care locations
Approximately 65,000 dedicated employees
Nationally recognized academic programs through Thomas Jefferson University
A longstanding commitment to innovation, physician leadership, and exceptional patient care
Executive Leadership Opportunity
As Department Chair and Regional Primary Care Leader, you will:
Establish the strategic vision for Family Medicine and Primary Care throughout the Jefferson-Lehigh Region
Lead the continued integration of Primary Care across the Jefferson Health enterprise
Partner with executive leadership to advance quality, access, operational excellence, and population health initiatives
Drive physician recruitment, engagement, mentorship, and succession planning
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Champion physician wellness while supporting sustainable clinical growth
Academic Leadership
Play a key role in advancing Jefferson's academic mission through:
Oversight of Family Medicine residency and fellowship programs
Faculty development and mentorship
Undergraduate and graduate medical education
Research collaboration through Thomas Jefferson University
Expansion of scholarly activity and innovation
Development of future physician leaders
Operational & Clinical Excellence
Lead one of the region's most respected Family Medicine departments by:
Advancing evidence-based, patient-centered care
Improving access and care delivery across Primary Care
Developing innovative clinical programs
Establishing measurable quality and operational performance goals
Collaborating with Pediatrics and specialty service lines throughout the health system
Supporting technology optimization and digital transformation initiatives
Qualifications
MD or DO
Board Certified in Family Medicine
Eligible for Pennsylvania medical licensure
Minimum of five years of progressive physician leadership experience
Demonstrated success leading physicians, clinical operations, education, and strategic initiatives
Commitment to academic medicine, physician development, and transformational leadership
Compensation & Benefits
Jefferson Health offers an executive compensation package designed to attract exceptional physician leaders, including:
Competitive, benchmark-driven compensation
Performance-based incentive opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
Generous paid time off
CME allowance and professional development support
Malpractice coverage
Leadership development resources
Relocation assistance
Live in the Lehigh Valley
The Lehigh Valley offers an outstanding quality of life with excellent schools, vibrant communities, abundant outdoor recreation, and convenient access to Philadelphia, New York City, and New Jersey. It is one of the fastest-growing regions in the country, making it an ideal place to build both a career and a home.
Let's Connect
Jefferson.edu | JeffersonHealth.org | JeffersonHealthPlans.com
Contact Information
Melissa Pedone
Clinician Sourcing Specialist
Clinician & Faculty Recruitment
707 Hamilton Street
Allentown, PA 18101
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Who can apply
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