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Seeking BC/BE Neurologist With Headache Expertise
Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Neurology
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Academic/Training Program Long-Term Care/Facility Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 6/19/20

Our colleagues are Amazing! Every day!

At Lehigh Valley Health Network, you have the opportunity to make an essential impact on the lives of your patients! We are seeking enthusiastic BC/BE Neurologist- Headache Specialist who has great clinical and interpersonal skills to join our team in beautiful Allentown, PA.

Practice Overview:

The Division of Neurology at Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is seeking an additional neurologist with interest and expertise in headache to join the LVHN Headache Center.

The Division of Neurology at LVHN has experienced significant growth and remarkable accomplishments during the last several years. In July 2016, we welcomed the first class of neurology residents into our ACGME-accredited neurology residency program. This year we welcomed our new Chief of Neurology, Dr. Steven L. Lewis, the Editor-in-Chief of Continuum: Lifelong Learning in Neurology, to lead the next phase of growth of Neurology at LVHN.

Our newly-hired physicians will have access to LVHN network neurologists within all neurological subspecialty areas including movement disorders, clinical neurophysiology, epilepsy, neuromuscular diseases, multiple sclerosis, neurocritical care, neuro-oncology, and our stroke, telestroke, and teleneurology programs. The LVHN main campus has 24-hour coverage with fellowship trained neurointerventional radiologists.

The LVHN Headache Center is well established and nationally recognized. The new member will join two fellowship-trained headache specialists and additional faculty and advanced practice clinicians in the care of our large practice of headache patients. We offer the full range of services in our practice including biofeedback and a dedicated IV infusion room.

Job Qualifications:

  • Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified
  • A current PA Medical License or ability to obtain one is required

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
  • Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
  • Relocation Assistance

At Lehigh Valley Health Network, we have a Passion for Better Medicine and to provide first-rate clinical care for the people of our community in Eastern Pennsylvania! Consistently ranked among America’s 100 Great Hospitals we PRIDE ourselves on being the superior Health Network in the region! The highest quality of patient care & patient safety is reflected in our “A” rating by Leapfrog’s Hospital Safety Grade and the U.S. News & World Report.

The Lehigh Valley campuses include LVH- Cedar Crest, LVH- Muhlenberg, LVH- 17th Street, and LVH- Tilghman which are located in Allentown & Bethlehem. These locations offer extensive services including Emergency Department, OB/GYN, Cardiology, Psychiatry, Surgical Suites, the regions only Level 4 NICU, the Lehigh Valley’s only Children’s Hospital, and more!

Lehigh Valley area:

The Lehigh Valley is a charming region in Eastern Pennsylvania which is located 1 hour North of Philadelphia & 1.5 hours outside of NYC! The reasonable cost of living area consists of many historic cities such as Allentown, Easton, Bethlehem, and numerous elegant small towns. The region is home to great public schools, safe neighborhoods, prestigious universities, and a strong economy!

LVHN Core Values

Lehigh Valley Health Network is a large non-profit and multispecialty health network consisting of 8 Hospital Campuses in Eastern Pennsylvania! Our 18,000+ colleagues are moving in the same direction and are guided by our PRIDE behaviors (Privacy, Respect, Involvement, Dignity, and Empathy). Click [Register to View] to learn what it means to wear the LVHN Badge and become #LVHNProud!

For more information, call [Register to View] , or email your CV to Steven L. Lewis, MD, Chief of Neurology. Lehigh Valley Health Network, [Register to View]