Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) — a 13-hospital, 10-county integrated health system in eastern Pennsylvania — is recruiting an Emergency Medicine physician for Lehigh Valley Dickson City, a hospital campus that opened in May 2022. This is an independent contractor (1099) engagement backed by a national emergency medicine organization, offering access to subspecialty expertise, professional development infrastructure, and a modern facility serving the greater Scranton/Wilkes-Barre region. The combination of a newly built campus, a large regional health network, and flexible contractor scheduling makes this a compelling opportunity for EM physicians seeking stability without employment constraints.
Perks and Benefits
- Independent contractor (1099) engagement with competitive compensation
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Patient safety organization membership providing additional liability protection
- CME access through the TeamHealth Institute, including educational resources and professional development tools
- Online scheduling via Shift Admin for transparent, flexible shift management
- LiveWell WorkLife concierge program supporting physician wellness and work-life balance
- Opportunities for growth into leadership roles within a national emergency medicine network
- Backing of a respected, established industry leader with a broad national support infrastructure
Practice Highlights
- Lehigh Valley Dickson City is a newly opened campus (May 2022), part of the 13-hospital Lehigh Valley Health Network spanning 10 eastern Pennsylvania counties
- LVHN system includes hospital campuses, health centers, physician practices, rehabilitation locations, ExpressCARE sites, and numerous outpatient care locations — providing a robust referral and subspecialty support network
- Access to a national network of emergency medicine experts for clinical consultation and peer support
- Shift scheduling managed online through Shift Admin, supporting both local and out-of-area physicians
- Modern facility environment reflecting LVHN's regional investment in eastern Pennsylvania healthcare infrastructure
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Active Pennsylvania medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with the full spectrum of community and regional emergency department acuity
- Independent contractor practice model — suitable for physicians seeking 1099 engagement
About the Community
Dickson City is located in Lackawanna County in northeastern Pennsylvania, within the greater Scranton metropolitan area — a region offering a lower cost of living relative to Philadelphia or New York while remaining within driving distance of both major cities. The area features four-season outdoor recreation including the Pocono Mountains, Delaware Water Gap, and numerous state parks, alongside a strong local arts and dining scene rooted in the region's rich cultural heritage. Families benefit from well-regarded public and private schools, affordable housing, and a genuine sense of community that distinguishes northeastern Pennsylvania from larger urban markets.