About this opportunity
Jefferson Health lists this Chief, Sports Medicine opportunity in philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Jefferson Health - Lehigh Valley Region | Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute
Easton, Pennsylvania | Full-Time | Day Shift | Job ID JR
Jefferson Health is seeking an experienced, fellowship-trained Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon to join the nationally ranked Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute in eastern Pennsylvania.
This is an outstanding opportunity to step into an established practice with immediate clinical volume, a large referral network, and exposure to athletes at the scholastic, collegiate, and professional levels , while benefiting from the resources and academic opportunities of one of the nation's largest health systems.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
The Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute offers a comprehensive approach to musculoskeletal care, bringing together expertise in orthopedics, chiropractic care, podiatry, pain management, and physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked #25 nationally for orthopedic care and is the only hospital in the region nationally recognized for orthopedics.
Position Highlights
Large, established referral network providing immediate clinical volume and a diverse range of pathology
Opportunities for involvement with athletes at the scholastic, collegiate, and professional levels
New Orthopedic Residency Program with opportunities for teaching and academic involvement
Opportunity to participate in future fellowship development
State-of-the-art technology and modern operating suites
Collaborative environment with access to multidisciplinary orthopedic and musculoskeletal specialists
Resources and support of a nationally recognized academic health system
Opportunity to serve as a network champion for Sports Medicine
Academic & Professional Growth
This position offers more than a busy clinical practice. Physicians have opportunities to participate in education, program development, and clinical initiatives throughout the health system.
Additional opportunities include:
Teaching and mentorship within the new residency program
Participation in fellowship development
Leadership development
Continuing education through Thomas Jefferson University
Collaboration with specialists throughout the Jefferson Health enterprise
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, the organization is 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 employees
Access to nationally recognized specialists across virtually every medical and surgical specialty
Our integrated health system brings together clinical care, education, research, and innovation to improve the health of the communities we serve.
Qualifications
Candidates should:
Be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery through the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
Be fellowship trained in Sports Medicine
Be eligible for Pennsylvania medical licensure
Demonstrate a passion for clinical Sports Medicine and relationship building
Have an interest in serving as a network champion and contributing to the continued growth of Sports Medicine throughout the region
Compensation & Benefits
Jefferson Health offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package , along with opportunities for professional and academic growth.
Jefferson Health is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-eligible employer .
Build the Next Chapter of Sports Medicine in the Lehigh Valley
For a Sports Medicine Surgeon looking for immediate volume, an established referral base, exposure across multiple levels of athletics, academic involvement, and an opportunity to help shape a growing program , this position offers a compelling combination of clinical practice and long-term professional growth.
Worksite address
philadelphia, PA, 19117, US
Who can apply
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