Chief of Transplant Anesthesiology | Allentown, PA

Position Overview

Chief of Transplant Anesthesiology position at Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health, in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Lead anesthesiology services for solid organ transplant and vascular surgery at a Level I trauma center performing over 40 liver and 150 kidney transplants annually.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee anesthesiology services for solid organ transplant and vascular surgery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams providing 24/7 coverage.
• Customize OR clinical responsibilities or OR/ICU split for candidates with critical care training.
• Contribute to academic environment including anesthesiology residency and 17 ACGME-accredited programs.
• Participate in supported clinical research.

Qualifications

• Board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
• Credentials meeting American Society of Anesthesiologists criteria for director of liver transplant anesthesia.
• Valid Pennsylvania medical license or ability to obtain one.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation at or above the 75th percentile.
• Up to $150,000 forgivable recruitment loan.
• Health, dental and vision insurance with 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer.
• Malpractice insurance, medical license, and DEA license paid in full.
• CME and technology reimbursement.
• Relocation services if applicable.

Practice Details

More than 70 anesthesiologists and 150 CRNAs on staff with resident trainees. Strong emphasis on scholarly mission and physician well-being.