OBGYN Generalist Physician

Position 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.

• Starting Bonus
• Resident and Fellow Educational Stipends
• Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
• CME Time and Allowance
• Relocation (if applicable)

• 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

• 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

About LVHN

LVHN hospitals in the Lehigh Valley are the only hospitals in the region to have received Magnet® recognition five consecutive times since 2002. This prestigious recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center demonstrates our commitment to nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes. LVHN is home to five clinical institutes. Each serve as a hub for innovation, collaboration and education. Our institutes include Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute, Lehigh Valley Heart and Vascular Institute, Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence, Lehigh Valley Fleming Neuroscience Institute and Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute. LVHN is also home to Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital, which is the only children's hospital in the region. This hospital gives our community access to more than 30 pediatric specialties, Children's ExpressCARE locations and a dedicated Children's ER.

We've been consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the top hospital in the region and among the best in the state. We're also Great Place to Work-Certified™, which means an overwhelming majority of our colleagues have a positive experience at LVHN.

These designations tell you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN's core values - Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.

Vaccination Requirements

Individuals are required to adhere to all LVHN vaccination policies in effect at the time of hire. Employees will be subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Please note that safety sensitive positions cannot test positive for marijuana or its metabolites, medical or otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.