Chief of Gastroenterology

Job description

Chief of Gastroenterology – Leadership Opportunity (Physician Only)

Overview:
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a board-certified Gastroenterologist (MD/DO only) to serve as the Chief of Gastroenterology within a prominent healthcare system in New Jersey. This role is ideal for experienced physician leaders looking to shape the future of academic and clinical gastroenterology across a multi-county region.

Key Responsibilities:

Establish and lead a new academic GI division with a focus on clinical excellence, education, and research.

Recruit, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team including faculty, fellows, and staff.

Expand and enhance advanced GI services, including endoscopy and inpatient/outpatient care.

Serve as a hands-on clinical leader, actively managing complex gastroenterology cases and participating in rounds and consults.

Collaborate with health system leadership to drive strategic growth of the GI service line.

Shape the division's culture, clinical standards, and academic mission, including partnership with a new medical school and Drexel University’s academic community.

Deliver care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including a facility with a Level II Trauma Center.

Qualifications:

MD or DO with board certification in Gastroenterology – REQUIRED

Active and unrestricted state medical license (or ability to obtain) – REQUIRED

BLS, ACLS, DEA, and CSR/CDS certifications (or ability to obtain) – REQUIRED

Prior program startup or leadership experience (Chief, Medical Director, etc.) – Preferred

Not open to new graduates, APPs, locums, 1099 contracts, or visa sponsorship.

Candidates with malpractice or licensing history will be considered, subject to limitations.

Employment Conditions:

Willingness to commute or maintain multiple job roles may be considered.

COVID-19 and Flu vaccination compliance required.

Compensation and Benefits:

Highly competitive base salary (exact range based on experience and qualifications).

Annual performance-based bonus potential.

Comprehensive benefits, including:

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Paid malpractice with tail coverage

Up to 224 hours PTO plus 40 hours NJ sick leave

CME allowance with paid CME time

Retirement plans (403b, 457b) with non-elective contributions

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid holidays

PSLF-eligible employer

System-wide employee discounts

Submission Requirements:

Board Certification in Gastroenterology – Required

Active/unrestricted state license or eligibility – Required

Valid/current (or willing to obtain) BLS, ACLS, DEA, CSR/CDS – Required

Malpractice history disclosure and documentation – Required

Proof of COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations – Required

• build and lead a brand-new academic division based in Atlantic City, NJ.
• This unique leadership opportunity allows you to shape GI care, education, and research in partnership with a new medical school
• This is a high-impact LEADERSHIP POSTION open only to physicians specializing in Gastroenterology