Anesthesiology Division Chief – Transplant and Vascular Anesthesiology
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Anesthesiology Division Chief – Transplant and Vascular Anesthesiology
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), part of Jefferson Health, is seeking a physician leader to oversee our growing anesthesiology services for solid organ transplant and vascular surgery. We currently perform more than 40 liver and 150 kidney transplants per year, including a robust living-related donor program using advanced robotic surgical platforms, and a vascular surgery service employing advanced open and endovascular repair techniques.
The successful candidate will meet the criteria of the American Society of Anesthesiologists to be our Director of Liver Transplant Anesthesia and lead our team in collaboration with our medical and surgical colleagues at our Level I Trauma Center to continue growing and supporting our Liver Transplant Program.
We know that an engaged team starts with strong physician and clinical leadership. Our leaders include board-certified physicians who bring years of clinical and operational knowledge, along with demonstrated success in building and managing a large regional anesthesiology practice. Our physicians are valued and invested in the care they provide for our patients.
We invite you to join our culture of high-quality, integrated, team-based care with an emphasis on professional satisfaction, collaboration and physician well-being. In the Lehigh Valley region, we have more than 70 anesthesiologists, 150 CRNAs and resident trainees with a variety of clinical interests and expertise. Our practice is committed to a scholarly mission and outstanding education for the future of our specialty and healthcare.
Job Responsibilities
• Lead the Lehigh Valley program for anesthesiology services in solid organ transplant and vascular surgery.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team supported by 24/7 coverage.
• Enjoy flexibility with customizable operating room (OR) clinical responsibilities or an OR/ICU split for candidates with critical care medicine training.
• Contribute to a robust academic environment, including our anesthesiology residency program and 17 ACGME-accredited training programs.
• Participate in and pursue supported clinical research opportunities.
Qualifications
• Passion for clinical work to positively impact patient care, safety and experience.
• Must be board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology, with credentials meeting the American Society of Anesthesiologists' criteria for director of liver transplant anesthesia.
• A valid Pennsylvania medical license or ability to obtain one.
Benefits:
• Compensation at or above the 75th percentile
• Up to $150,000 forgivable recruitment loan
• Health, dental and vision insurance, plus a 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Student loan support: Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer
• Malpractice insurance, medical license, DEA license and others paid in full
• Reimbursement for continuing medical education and technology
• Relocation services (if applicable)