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Posted: 29-Sep-25
Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: ic-2025-2851
Pediatric Surgeon
Position Overview
Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital, part of the Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) and Jefferson Health, is actively seeking a 3rd fellowship-trained pediatric surgeon to join our expanding surgical services at the region’s only children’s hospital, located in the heart of eastern Pennsylvania. As part of LVHN and Jefferson Health, this position offers a unique opportunity to lead and shape pediatric surgical care in eastern Pennsylvania.
About Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital:
- Full-service children’s hospital serving a region of 2.6 million people.
- Dedicated pediatric facilities: Children’s ER, PICU, Level IV NICU, and 112 inpatient beds.
- Over 6,000 deliveries a year.
- Level II Pediatric trauma with shared response with in-house adult trauma team.
- Robust medical and surgical residency programs including General Surgery, ENT, Vascular, and Pediatrics.
- Pediatric Surgery locums’ coverage for 5 days a month.
- Network dedicated to Quality and Safety, participating in Pediatric NSQIP and pursuing ACS verification.
- A dedicated Children’s Surgery Center for outpatient surgery.
- A multidisciplinary network of over 30 pediatric specialists, including Anesthesia, ENT, Urology, Plastics, and Orthopedics; with over 7,000 children surgeries performed each year.
Academic & Professional Growth:
- Pathway to academic appointment through Thomas Jefferson University
- Access to leadership development and educational resources via Thomas Jefferson University
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer
Life in the Lehigh Valley:
As the only children’s hospital in the region, Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital offers pediatric surgeons the opportunity to make a lasting impact in one of the fastest-growing areas of the country. And beyond the hospital, the Lehigh Valley offers an outstanding quality of living including:
- Excellent public and private schools
- Over half a dozen colleges and universities
- Rich cultural, recreational, and outdoor activities year-round
The ideal candidate will be board-certified or board-eligible in pediatric surgery with a record of clinical excellence, strong communication skills, and a passion for collaborative care. A highly competitive compensation and benefits package is offered, including a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
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)
Qualifications
A network champion for pediatric surgery and a passion for the clinical work
Must be Board-Eligible or Board-Certified
A valid Pennsylvania Medical License or ability to obtain one is required
Recruiter Details
Lynne JensenSenior Clinician Recruiter, Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence
lynne.jensen@lvhn.org
484-294-5162