Gastroenterologist in Bel Air, MD

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians

Bel Air, MD 21014, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Full Time

Job Description

This partnership between the Gastroenterology and Hepatology division of a prominent university and a regional health system aims to create a comprehensive gastrointestinal (GI) service line at a medical center located in Bel Air, MD, with an anticipated opening in July 2025.

Annual salary range: $456,524.00 to $724,219.00

The GI service line will provide both inpatient and outpatient GI services within a newly established Ambulatory Surgical Center and clinical space. Currently, the team consists of two gastroenterologists and two nurse practitioners, and we are looking to add 3-4 more gastroenterologists to our rapidly expanding GI practice in Harford County, Maryland.

Job Responsibilities:

We offer three flexible pathways to ensure a balanced work-life experience tailored to the right candidate:

GI Hospitalist: Focus on inpatient consultations and endoscopy with a schedule of 7 days on and 7 days off, including 24-hour call for 24 weeks per year. Outpatient endoscopy can be included if desired.
Hybrid GI Hospitalist: Primarily inpatient responsibilities with some outpatient duties, following a similar schedule to the GI hospitalist but with an additional day dedicated to ambulatory endoscopy in the ASC.
Outpatient/Ambulatory Model: 3-4 days of outpatient endoscopy in the hospital and ASC, along with 1-2 days in clinic and occasional inpatient call coverage.
For those with specific interests, resources will be available to develop subspecialty service lines.
Strong academic collaboration with the university's Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
Adjunct Assistant Professor academic appointment, with access to various educational offerings (e.g., GI Grand Rounds, Research Conferences).
Opportunities to mentor GI fellows, internal medicine residents, and medical students.

Department Essential Functions:

Details regarding inpatient coverage include:

The GI team will cover a 250-bed hospital designated as a Level 1 trauma center.
A dedicated endoscopy suite with 24/7 on-call nursing and technical support.
24/7 anesthesia services available for propofol administration.
Access to Olympus scopes equipped with Hemospray, over-the-scope clips, and other necessary accessories.
General surgery, colorectal surgery, and interventional radiology services available around the clock.
The average inpatient list consists of 15-20 patients per day, with 5-7 inpatient endoscopies performed daily.
Advanced endoscopy skills are not required, but equipment will be accessible.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Doctoral degree in Medicine within the relevant specialty.
3-5 years of clinical experience.
Board certification or eligibility in gastroenterology is preferred.
New GI fellowship graduates and seasoned GI physicians are encouraged to apply.
Preferred advanced endoscopy skills, such as ERCP and EUS.
Current CPR certification is required.
BLS certification is mandatory.
ACLS and/or other relevant certifications as required by the department.
Proficiency in performing general GI procedures (e.g., upper endoscopy with biopsies, bleeding control, esophageal dilations, foreign body retrieval, colonoscopy with polypectomy, and PEG tube placement).
Ability to meet quality metrics.
A strong clinical knowledge base to effectively manage GI and Hepatology disorders.

Total Rewards:

The stated salary range reflects the low and high ends of the salary scale for faculty physicians in this role. Some candidates may not qualify for the upper end of the range. The final salary will depend on various factors, including geographic location, skills, experience, market conditions, internal equity, educational background, and other qualifications. Our organization offers a comprehensive rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our employees.

This position is eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship on a case-by-case basis, along with a competitive guaranteed base salary, sign-on bonus, quality and productivity bonuses, and relocation assistance. Additionally, there is an annual CME allocation of $3,000, along with resources and counseling for career advancement and research opportunities. Leadership roles are also available.

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