General Surgeon SL Allentown/Sacred Heart Campuses

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

St. Luke’s University Health Network, the region’s largest and most established health system, a major teaching hospital, and one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals, is seeking a BC/BE General Surgeon to join our dedicated team of physicians. This full-time position is within the multi-specialty St. Luke’s Physician Group, based at our St. Luke’s Allentown Campus and Sacred Health Campus both located in Allentown, PA.
You will join an established team of two highly respected and experienced general surgeons. Candidates should be proficient in all aspects of general surgery and possess strong minimally invasive skills. New graduates are welcome to apply!

In joining St. Luke’s University Health Network you’ll enjoy:
• Team-based care with well-educated, dedicated support staff
• Exceptional compensation package, starting bonus, and relocation reimbursement
• Rich benefits package, including malpractice, health and dental insurance, CME allowance
• A culture in which innovation is highly valued
• Work/life balance and flexibility
• Teaching, research, quality improvement and strategic development opportunities

St. Luke’s Allentown & Sacred Heart Campuses:

St. Luke’s Allentown and Sacred Heart Campuses offer advanced inpatient and outpatient services with full access to the latest treatments and technologies. Both campuses provide quality inpatient care, emergency room services, surgical services, radiology services, and more.

In addition to extremely supportive administration and high level of morale among medical staff, there are significant advantages to the locale. With a low cost of living and minimal congestion, you can choose from a variety of charming urban, semi-urban, and rural communities that your family will enjoy calling home. The Lehigh Valley also provides easy access to outdoor activities such as skiing, snowboarding, white water rafting, and zip lining. Encompassing three unique cities in one suburban area, it offers a blend of convenience and charm.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs history and physical examination of all patients seen.
• Provide cost-effective, high-quality care based on best practice evidenced based medicine.
• Make best efforts to adhere to standardized orders and practice guidelines that have been approved by the medical staff.
• Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range or treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.
• Provide regular, timely, and appropriate communication with referring physicians, patients and their families.
• Participates in education of patients and their families.
• Evaluates and implements patient health care needs.  Performs routine exams and obtains patient histories.  Manages patient treatment program based on assessment of needs.  Initiates treatment via prescriptions, diagnostic tests, exams and procedures.  Reviews lab results and plans actions according to results.  Performs routine health maintenance activities for new and established patients.
• Coordinates patient care and makes referrals to physicians, nurses, psychologists, nutritionists, et cetera, as needed.  Collaborates and communicates with other professionals, nurses, physicians, and outside agencies regarding patient care. 
• Coordinates patient care and family counseling with public and mental health agencies as appropriate.
• Teaches wellness habits and educates patients on prevention of potential health problems or method of dealing with present problems.  Provides information and materials relating to patient health care needs.
• Maintains knowledge of current medical practices and skills.
• Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information. 
• Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements. 

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Sitting for up to three (3) hours per day; three (3) hours a t a time.  Standing for up to eight (8) hours per day; eight (8) hours at a time.  Walking for up to six (6) hours per day; one (1) hour at a time.  Frequent fingering, handling, grasping, twisting, and turning as it