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. We are proud to partner with SLUHN to support their radiology residency program.

Our Network: SLUHN is a growing regional/tertiary network of 13 hospitals, specialty clinics and imaging centers serving the Lehigh Valley community in eastern 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 Health Network’s Bethlehem Campus, a proud member of the Children's Hospital Association since 2022, is home to a 25-bed PICU and a dedicated children’s emergency department. Additionally, the network operates four Neonatal Intensive Care Units, including a specialized Surgical NICU, two Level III NICUs, and a level II NICU. 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.

Who we are seeking:

PPA is seeking a fellowship-trained Pediatric Radiologist for a 100% pediatric radiology, hybrid, full-time role in a one week on/one week off mode. This position will support a growing Pediatric Radiology Division within PPA, to eventually comprise a core group of 6 pediatric radiologists. This team-oriented Pediatric Radiologist will be comfortable with interpretation of diagnostic imaging, including X-ray, Fluoro, US, CT, and MRI. 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. Willingness to teach pediatric imaging to radiology residents is a requirement. This position also requires participation in interdisciplinary conferences with pediatric specialists.

Schedule:6 Week Rotation (coverage model based on 6 pediatric radiologists

• Weeks 1-2
• • 5-on/9-off
  • On-site day shifts with radiology resident(s)
  • Weeks 3-4
  • 5-on/9-off:
  • Locally remote (i.e. from home) day shifts
  • Weeks 5-6
  • 7-on/7-off
  • Locally remote night/weekend coverage (Actively reading ED/STAT cases 5PM – 10 PM weekday evenings, “pager call” after that)
  • Over the entire 6-week cycle, the physician works:
  • 10 daytime weekday shifts
  • 5 evening/overnight call shifts
  • 1 weekend call assignment
  • 1 holiday per year

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

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:

• Lucrative Sign-On Bonus
• Additional Retention Incentives Available
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health Insurance Benefits Package
• Substantial Retirement Plan Package
• Malpractice Coverage

If you have any questions, please contact:

Tamara Noel, Sr. Recruiter

Progressive Physician Associates

[email protected]

Phone 610-360-2429