General Anesthesiologist

Position Overview

Shape the Future of Anesthesiology at LVH–Cedar Crest

Join the region’s premier academic hospital, Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Cedar Crest, and become part of a nationally recognized team delivering innovative, high-acuity anesthesiology care. At our flagship facility in Allentown, PA, you’ll work alongside more than 150 highly trained CRNAs and more than 70 anesthesiologists in a growing, collaborative, high-performing environment designed for both clinical excellence and professional fulfillment.

Why Anesthesiologists Choose LVHN

• Academic & High-Acuity Environment: As a Level I Trauma Center and the hub for LVHN’s teaching and specialty programs, Cedar Crest offers exposure to the most advanced procedures, technologies and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Subspecialty Breadth: Customize your practice with opportunities in cardiovascular and thoracic anesthesia, neuroanesthesia, obstetric and pediatric anesthesia, orthopedic and regional anesthesia, critical care, perioperative medicine and solid organ transplant anesthesia.
• Academic Engagement: Teach residents and fellows through our anesthesiology residency program beginning Summer 2026 and participate in ongoing research initiatives and system-wide quality improvement efforts.
• Leadership Opportunities: Take on subspecialty and facility-level leadership roles within a supportive, forward-thinking department.

Why join LVHN? 

LVHN is the Lehigh Valley’s leading health network recognized for its commitment to patient-centered care. Join our mission-driven team and become a valued member of a thriving, innovative health care community. Now that LVHN is proudly part of Jefferson Health, we offer current and future clinicians new educational and development opportunities at Thomas Jefferson University across our larger service area. We leverage its position as a world-class medical institution to recruit the best and brightest clinicians. Together, let’s redefine health care. 

About the Lehigh Valley area 

The Lehigh Valley is one of the fastest-growing areas in the country, located in the heart of eastern Pennsylvania, 60 miles from Philadelphia and 80 miles from New York City. The area has outstanding public and private school systems, more than a half-dozen colleges and universities and an abundance of cultural and recreational year-round offerings. As a resident of the Lehigh Valley, you’ll experience its charming, close-knit community atmosphere while being just a short drive from the hustle and bustle of larger cities. Achieve work-life balance by making a meaningful impact on the lives of our community while exploring all the adventures eastern Pennsylvania has to offer. 

Benefits

We acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous benefits package that makes LVHN an even better place to work and grow your career. Some of our benefits include:  

• Highly competitive salary at or above the 75^th percentile
• Up to $150,000 forgivable recruitment loan
• Health, dental, vision and 403(b) retirement savings  
• Student loan support, Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer 
• Malpractice insurance, medical license, DEA license and others paid in full 
• Reimbursement for continuing medical education and technology
• Relocation services (if applicable)

Qualifications

• Passion for clinical work to positively impact patient care, safety, and experience.
• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified with American Board of Anesthesiology
• A valid Pennsylvania Medical License or ability to obtain one is required