Pediatric Gastroenterologist

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The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition in the Department of Pediatrics University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Pediatric Gastroenterologist with a primary focus in general pediatric gastroenterology. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a vibrant and collegial academic environment and work in a childrens hospital ranked as one of the best in the U.S. The Pediatric Gastroenterologist will be part of an incredibly collegial 20 faculty member clinical team in the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition. The physician will provide outpatient and inpatient care for pediatric gastroenterology patients and will include teaching pediatric residents and GI fellows. The clinical focus will include general pediatric gastroenterology and there is an expectation for outreach at satellite clinics. Although the primary focus of this position is clinical service there is an expectation for academic work including education investigation and administration as well as advocacy. Clinical positions without an expectation for academic work are also available. Clinical activities will be carried out at Primary Childrens Hospital PCH Miller Campus a 66bed Childrens Hospital in Lehi Utah approximately 20 minutes south of Salt Lake City Utah. Some clinical activities may be carried out at PCH Salt Lake Campus a 289bed Childrens Hospital in Salt Lake City. The Division serves the largest geographic catchment area in the United States with a diverse mix of patients from Utah Idaho Montana Nevada Wyoming and New Mexico. The Division currently consists of 20 physicians 6 advanced practice providers 10 registered nurses and 4 pediatric GI fellows. The Division has all pediatric gastroenterology hepatology and nutrition clinical services represented except for small bowel transplantation. The liver transplant program has performed >300 liver transplants since its inception. The program is one of the only centers in the country with a pediatric ERCP / advanced endoscopy program. Additional programs include fully equipped and staffed endoscopy suites a gastrointestinal Motility Disorders Center a multidisciplinary IBD program with close collaboration with an IBD surgery program close collaboration with the Cystic Fibrosis Center Food Allergy and Eosinophilic Disorders Clinic the Esophageal and Airway Treatment Center a Feeding and Swallowing Center a comprehensive nutrition center an Aerodigestive Clinic a Home Enteral Feeding Transitions program (post NICU and a multidisciplinary Colorectal Center . Qualified candidates must have successfully completed a Pediatrics Residency and a Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellowship; and be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatric Gastroenterology. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications. Appointment as Clinical Attending is also available without expectation for academic work depending on candidate preference. The Department and University offers a competitive salary and unmatched benefits program including noncontributory retirement contributions of 20.2 of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research quality improvement engagement and excellence as educators. Salt Lake City is a rapidly growing vibrant city in the Intermountain West with a nationally recognized Broadway theater ballet symphony and several professional sports teams. The newly renovated Salt Lake International Airport is a hub for Delta Airlines and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the states renowned red rock landscapes. In addition to its 15 ski resorts Utah boasts five national parks (with five more within a halfdays drive) a variety of golf courses allowing for yearround play hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails picturesque lakes and numerous other outdoor activities. Interested individuals can apply for the position at . Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position please contact Stephen Guthery M.D. Division Chief of Pediatric Gastroenterology at . The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration excellence leadership and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion collaboration innovation accountability acceptance integrity quality and trust that is integral to our mission.