About this role
Job Requirements Position Summary The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterologist to join our growing team in Southern Maryland. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice comprehensive gastroenterology in a collaborative, patient-centered environment supported by an integrated academic health system. The Gastroenterologist will provide high-quality, evidence-based care to patients in both the outpatient clinic and hospital settings. Responsibilities include evaluating, diagnosing, and treating a broad range of gastrointestinal conditions while collaborating with primary care providers, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
Primary Responsibilities
• Provide comprehensive gastroenterology care in both the outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital settings. • Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal disorders. • Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including upper endoscopy (EGD) and colonoscopy, with advanced endoscopic procedures as appropriate. • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using evidence-based clinical guidelines. • Participate in inpatient consultations, hospital rounds, and shared call responsibilities. • Collaborate with primary care physicians, surgeons, oncologists, hospitalists, radiologists, pathologists, and other specialists to coordinate patient care. • Accurately document patient encounters, procedures, and treatment plans within the electronic medical record. • Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, preventive care, medications, and lifestyle modifications. • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical performance programs, and patient safety activities. • Support the mission, vision, and values of the University of Maryland Medical System while promoting outstanding patient satisfaction and clinical excellence. • Work collaboratively with leadership to improve operational efficiency, patient access, and practice growth. • Participate in disease management and population health initiatives designed to improve quality outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
Required Qualifications
Education
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school or foreign equivalent.
Training
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine Residency. • Completion of an accredited Gastroenterology Fellowship.
Licensure & Certification
• Current or eligible unrestricted medical license in the State of Maryland. • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology. • Current DEA and CDS registration (or eligibility to obtain prior to employment). • Eligible for and able to maintain clinical privileges at one or more UMMS-affiliated acute care hospitals. • Demonstrated compliance with continuing medical education (CME) requirements necessary to maintain licensure and board certification. • Current BLS certification (or obtained upon hire, if required).
Experience
• Experienced gastroenterologists and graduating fellows are encouraged to apply. • Demonstrated qualifications and clinical experience necessary to independently perform the responsibilities of a practicing gastroenterologist. • Interest in building a comprehensive gastroenterology practice within a growing community is preferred. • Experience with advanced endoscopic procedures is welcomed but not required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
• Expertise in the diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders. • Proficiency in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures. • Excellent clinical judgment and sound decision-making skills. • Commitment to evidence-based medicine and delivering high-quality patient care. • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and hospital leadership. • Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage a busy clinical practice. • Excellent documentation skills utilizing electronic medical records. • Dedication to providing compassionate, patient-centered care. • Commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and performance excellence. • Ability to adapt to changing clinical priorities while maintaining exceptional patient satisfaction. • Professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the mission and values of the University of Maryland Medical System.
Patient Safety & Quality The Gastroenterology Physician is expected to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement by:
• Delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. • Identifying and addressing potential patient safety concerns. • Reporting adverse events and near misses in accordance with organizational policy. • Participating in quality improvement and clinical performance initiatives. • Supporting compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
Why Join Us?
• Established and growing gastroenterology practice • Collaborative multidisciplinary team • Modern endoscopy facilities with advanced technology • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package • Generous paid time off and CME allowance • Opportunities for professional growth within an integrated academic health system • Practice in beautiful Southern Maryland with convenient access to Washington, D.C., Annapolis, and the Chesapeake Bay
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