Pediatric Radiologist

Position: Radiologist – Pediatric Division

Practice: Progressive Physician Associates (PPA) is a large interdisciplinary private practice group of over 100 providers that includes Diagnostic Radiologists, Interventional Radiologists, Vascular Surgeons, and Advanced Practitioners. We are the exclusive service provider for St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) in Lehigh Valley, PA.

Our Network: SLUHN,is a growing regional/tertiary network of 13 hospitals, specialty clinics and imaging centers serving the Lehigh Valley community in Northeastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey. We are an Academic institution with extensive residency and fellowship programs as well as a Medical School. Pediatrics at SLUHN has seen tremendous growth expanding services to 11 counties across 2 states. St. Luke’s University Hospital, Bethlehem campus, is now a proud member of the Children’s Hospital Association, representing the Network’s investment in continuing to grow services for pediatric patients. The inpatient pediatric units are located at St. Luke’s University Hospital, Bethlehem Campus. A new replacement 17 bed inpatient unit opened this spring and the Network’s first Pediatric Intensive Care Unit opened with 8 beds in early 2020.  The department is supported by a growing team of pediatric specialists covering 14 specialty areas including: pediatric surgery, GI, endocrinology, nephrology, developmental pediatrics, neurology, cardiology, dermatology, psychiatry, pulmonology, radiology, anesthesia, orthopedics, and plastic surgery.

As a GE show site, the network offers state of the art, standardized equipment across network hospitals and imaging sites along with a unified PACS system.

Who we are seeking:

PPA is seeking a fellowship-trained Pediatric Radiologist. This position will support a growing Pediatric Radiology Division within PPA as well as participate in daytime general adult diagnostics. This team-oriented Pediatric Radiologist will be comfortable with pediatric procedures, interpretation of diagnostic imaging, includes: Xray, US, Fluoro, CT for Peds and Adults, pediatric MR and flexibility to cover additional specialty reads. Similarly, the ideal candidate will continue the tradition of strong interdisciplinary collaboration, working closely with SLUHN pediatric specialists in delivering world class care in a network boasting several Top 100 Hospital awards by IBM/ Watson Health™ and Fortune/Merative®. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to provide excellent clinical care, teaching, and the opportunity to participate in scholarly activity. The ability to teach pediatric imaging and procedures to medical students and radiology residents is a requirement. This position requires participation in interdisciplinary conferences and NICU rounds with pediatric specialists.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an ACGME accredited pediatric radiology fellowship
• ABR/AOBR certification, medical licensure/eligibility to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey
• CAQ or CAQ-eligible in pediatric radiology

Call Responsibilities: 

• 1:5 weekend (with plans for 1:6)
• 5a-8a and evening 5p-8p call 2 times a week
• No overnight call (8p – 5a)
• Appropriate post call time off 

Location:

• The Lehigh Valley is 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City
• Excellent schools and universities
• Strong sense of community, affordable cost of living
• Vibrant restaurants, annual festivals, farmers’ markets
• Myriad of outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, biking, and golf

 Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health Insurance Benefits Package
• Substantial Retirement Plan Package
• Paid Vacation/CME Stipend
• Malpractice Coverage

If you are interested in this position, please visit our website, and upload your CV:

https://www.progressivephysicians.com/join-our-team/

If you have any questions, please contact:

Tamara Noel, Physician Recruiter

Tnoel@progressivephysicians.com

Phone 610-360-2429

Progressive Physician Associates (PPA) is a large interdisciplinary private practice group of over 100 providers that includes Diagnostic Radiologists, Interventional Radiologists, Vascular Surgeons and Advanced Practitioners. We are the exclusive service provider for St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) in Lehigh Valley, PA.

SLUHN, is a growing regional/tertiary network of 13 hospitals, specialty clinics and imaging centers serving the Lehigh Valley community in Northeastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey. We are an Academic institution with extensive residency and fellowship programs as well as a Medical School. As a GE show site, the network offers state of the art, standardized equipment across network hospitals and imaging sites, as well as a unified PACS system.