Pediatrics - Surgery Job at Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, PA

Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital, part of the Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) and Jefferson Health, is actively seeking a 3^rd fellowship-trained pediatric surgeon to join our expanding surgical services at the region’s only children’s hospital, located in the heart of eastern Pennsylvania. As part of LVHN and Jefferson Health, this position offers a unique opportunity to lead and shape pediatric surgical care in eastern Pennsylvania.

About Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital:

• Full-service children’s hospital serving a region of 2.6 million people
• Dedicated pediatric facilities: Children’s ER, PICU, Level IV NICU, and 112 inpatient beds
• Over 6,000 deliveries a year.

• Level II Pediatric trauma with shared response with in-house adult trauma team.

• Robust medical and surgical residency programs including General Surgery, ENT, Vascular, and Pediatrics.

• Pediatric Surgery locums’ coverage for 5 days a month.

• Network dedicated to Quality and Safety, participating in Pediatric NSQIP and pursuing ACS verification.

• A dedicated Children’s Surgery Center for outpatient surgery.

• A multidisciplinary network of over 30 pediatric specialists, including Anesthesia, ENT, Urology, Plastics, and Orthopedics; with over 7,000 children surgeries performed each year.

Academic & Professional Growth:

• Pathway to academic appointment through Thomas Jefferson University
• Access to leadership development and educational resources via Thomas Jefferson University
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer

Life in the Lehigh Valley:

As the only children’s hospital in the region, Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital offers pediatric surgery the opportunity to make a lasting impact in one of the fastest-growing areas of the country. And beyond the hospital, the Lehigh Valley offers an outstanding quality of living including:

• Excellent public and private schools
• Over half a dozen colleges and universities
• Rich cultural, recreational, and outdoor activities year-round

The ideal candidate will be board-certified or board-eligible in pediatric surgery with a record of clinical excellence, strong communication skills, and a passion for collaborative care. A highly competitive compensation and benefits package is offered, including a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

To learn more or to submit your CV, please contact our Chief, Division of Pediatric Surgical Specialties, Marybeth Browne, MD., MHQS, FACS, FAAP or reach out directly to our recruiter: Lynne Jensen  

We look forward to introducing you to our team and showing you what makes Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital a special place to build your career in pediatric surgery.