This is truly an extraordinary time to join the Lehigh Valley Health Network. LVHN emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic with exceptional care providers and financial strength. LVHN is one of the nation's most advanced health networks, offering comprehensive care in 95 clinical specialties.

Position Overview:

The Hospital Medicine Vice Chair of Patient Safety and High Reliability will serve as the lead hospitalist accountable for driving Hospital Medicine clinical excellence and patient safety. Under the direction of the Chief of Hospital Medicine and Chair of the Department of Emergency and Hospital Medicine and in close collaboration with HM Site Directors, s/he will serve as a champion for division-wide prioritization of patient safety and reliable high-quality care, while meeting LVHN expectations in regard to the overall patient care experience at all LVHN campuses serviced by Hospital Medicine.

As a key member of the DOEHM Leadership Council, Hospital Medicine Vice Chair of Quality & Patient Safety will lead the effort to advance physician engagement and collaboration with other members of the care team in implementing and sustaining divisional, departmental, and network quality initiatives. S/he will provide expertise and guidance in supporting the DOEHM Winning Proposition to “deliver optimal evidence-based, efficient, patient-centered care along with an exceptional family, visitor, and colleague experience.”

Job Qualifications:

• Required 5 years of hospital medicine experience, leadership position in quality improvement and patient safety.
• Graduate level degree in leadership, business administration, quality & patient safety, or other related areas is highly recommended

Benefits & Perks:

• Attractive Work Schedule & Starting Bonus
• Highly Competitive compensation with a superb benefits package
• Low-cost health insurance for employees and their families
• Generous CME allowance and time
• Top-tier retirement programs
• Educational Stipend and Loan Forgiveness Assistance Program

Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions.

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.