Infectious Disease Physician

Infectious Disease Physician at Lehigh Valley Health Network summary :

The Infectious Disease Physician at Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) provides expert care for patients with various infections in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The role includes working in a collaborative environment with a team of 14 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, while also engaging in telemedicine consultations across multiple locations. As part of a growing program focused on transplant medicine, this position offers excellent benefits, access to academic opportunities, and a supportive healthcare community.

Overview

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 hospitals
• 15% in the ambulatory clinic
• 5% telemedicine
• Outpatient office hours are M-F 8am to 5 : 00 pm
• Nighttime call (phone only) every 14 days
• Weekend call - Every 5th weekend

Benefits and Perks

As a nationally certified Great Place to Work , we acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous Total Rewards package that makes LVHN an even better place to work and grow your career. Explore our benefits.

Qualifications :

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.

Keywords :

Infectious Disease, Physician, Telemedicine, Healthcare, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Infection Control, Transplant Medicine, Clinical Excellence, Medical Licensure, Patient Care