Chief, Sports Medicine

Chief, Sports Medicine Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Jefferson Health, one of the nation's largest and most highly respected health systems, is conducting a national search for a visionary and dedicated leader to serve as Chief, Sports Medicine within Jefferson Orthopedics and the Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute. Opportunity Summary This is a unique opportunity to lead a critical subspecialty division within a nationally recognized integrated practice that spans Southeastern Pennsylvania, the Lehigh Valley and New Jersey. Jefferson Orthopedics operates on a highly successful "pluralistic" model, combining employed and private practice physicians to form one of the country's largest orthopedic practices, consistently recognized among the top 25 programs nationally by U.S. News & World Report. The successful candidate will be responsible for three core areas: Clinical Leadership and Practice Building Executive Leadership and Enterprise Connectivity Academic Engagement Why choose Jefferson – Lehigh Valley for your career? Jefferson Health is the Lehigh Valley's leading health care network, recognized for its commitment to patient-centered care and physician well-being. Join our mission-driven team and become a valued member of a thriving, innovative health care community. Also, we offer current and future clinicians new educational and developmental opportunities at Thomas Jefferson University. We leverage Jefferson's position as a world-class academic health system to recruit the best and brightest clinicians. Together, we're redefining the future of care. About the Lehigh ValleyThe 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.

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