Position Overview
At Lehigh Valley Health Network in partnership with Valley Health Network, you can make an essential impact on the lives of your patients. We are seeking enthusiastic BC/BE OBGYN Generalist who has great clinical and interpersonal skills to join our team in beautiful Allentown, PA.
Practice Overview:
- The VHP Center for Women’s Medicine offers obstetrics and gynecology, regardless of the fact patients may not have insurance or are unable to pay.
- The practice provides care by specialists who are educated to treat high-risk pregnancies in one convenient location.
- Ultrasounds are performed on-site, and services are available to help women get the care they need: transportation to and from visits, a nurse care manager to help navigate their care, outreach services to identify individual needs, a therapist and social workers to help patients integrate continuity of care in the community.
- VHP Center for Women’s Medicine is unique in that it also provides care to pregnant women with substance use disorders, including medications, recovery specialists and care managers.
- In addition to providing outstanding health care, the practice offers an incentive program to encourage pregnant women to attend prenatal appointments and parenting classes. Lactation support is readily available.
- For women who are not pregnant, VHP Center for Women’s Medicine provides women’s well visits. For women who have gynecologic disorders, clinicians are able to offer a wide range of treatment based on a patient’s individuality. The physicians are trained surgeons and would be able to provide care in the operating room if needed.
- We offer a collegial environment, opportunity for professional growth and an attractive compensation/benefit package.
- Non-profit organization to provide participation in National Health Service and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs.
Benefits & 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.
- Starting Bonus
- Resident and Fellow Educational Stipends
- Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
- CME Time and Allowance
- Relocation (if applicable)
Opportunity Highlights:
- A FQHC-LA does not turn patients away based on their ability to pay and removes financial barriers for receiving care. FQHC-LAs provide whole-person care, creating opportunities for the health center to go beyond the traditional four walls of medicine to address barriers that often are the root cause of poor health.
- Partnering with the people of our community to achieve health and wellness through the delivery of extraordinary care that is compassionate, accessible, and affordable in a family centered and culturally sensitive environment.
- Practices core values of Respect, Compassion, Excellence, and Connectedness
Community Information:
One of the largest cities in Pennsylvania, Allentown is a charming community filled with events and activities perfect for families and individuals alike. With endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and convenient access to an array of big-city attractions nearby, it’s an ideal place to call home.
- A lower cost of living than the national average
- Extensive parks system with beautiful surrounding scenery
- Myriad cultural attractions, museums, and historic sites
- 11 nearby institutes of higher education
- Proximity to Philadelphia and New York City
- Theatre district with several acclaimed restaurants
Qualifications
- A network champion for the underserved and a passion for clinical work
- Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in OBGYN
- A current PA Medical License or the ability to obtain one is required
