Academic Gastroenterologist Hepatologist

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in Central Pennsylvania as an Academic Gastroenterologist Hepatologist. This innovative firm offers an opportunity to be part of a flagship liver program, focusing on comprehensive care and groundbreaking research. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and mentor future healthcare leaders while enjoying a balanced lifestyle in a beautiful region close to major cities. With competitive salary and benefits, including sign-on and relocation assistance, this position is perfect for those passionate about liver health and patient care. Embrace the chance to make a real impact in the lives of patients and the community.

Benefits

Competitive Salary & Benefits

CME Assistance

Relocation Assistance

Cutting-Edge Facilities

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or foreign equivalent required for this role.
• BC/BE in Gastroenterology or Internal Medicine with a Hepatology fellowship.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic, patient-centered care in a supportive environment.
• Participate in pioneering clinical research for liver health.

Skills

General Hepatology

Clinical Research

Patient-Centered Care

Endoscopy Procedures

Education

MD or DO

BC/BE in Gastroenterology or Internal Medicine

Hepatology Fellowship

Tools

FibroScan

MRI-PDFF

MRE

DXA

Job description

Academic Gastroenterologist Hepatologist

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Varied
Hours: Varied
Recruiter: Please contact Heather Peffley at [e-mail] for additional information.

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a BC/BE Academic Hepatologist with expertise in General Hepatology and MASLD to join our esteemed team. Join a renowned liver program in Central PA! As a member of our team, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic group of hepatologists, advanced healthcare providers, and dedicated researchers, working together to provide comprehensive and innovative liver disease care to our communities.

Why Join Us?

• Leader in Liver Health: Be part of our flagship MASLD program, offering state-of-the-art care focused on lifestyle, exercise, and nutrition, along with cutting-edge medical therapies.
• Engage in Groundbreaking Research: Develop and participate in investigator-initiated and industry-sponsored clinical trials to develop the next generation of liver disease treatments.
• Shape Future Leaders: Enjoy the opportunity to teach and mentor residents, students, and fellows.
• Supportive, Multidisciplinary Team: Work with a highly collaborative team that includes specialists in diabetes, preventative cardiology, obesity medicine, diet, exercise, and more.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: A rewarding package with a focus on professional development.
• Comprehensive Support: Sign-On, CME, & Relocation Assistance to ease your transition.
• Cutting-Edge Facilities: Outpatient Hepatology Clinic equipped with the latest technology, including FibroScan and access to MRI-PDFF, MRE, DXA, cardiopulmonary fitness testing and more.
• Quality of Life: Balance your career with family life in a region known for its beauty, history and proximity to major cities like Philadelphia, NYC, Baltimore and Washington DC.

Your Role:

• Join our clinical team to provide holistic, patient-centered care in a supportive environment.
• Participate in pioneering clinical research, enhancing patient outcomes in liver health.
• Engage in collaborative efforts to offer personalized care plans, addressing each patient’s unique needs.
• Provide additional expertise beyond the MASLD program. Areas of need include Alcohol Associated Liver Disease (ALD) and Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) with opportunities to develop and lead additional highly specialized clinics and programs.
• Perform endoscopy procedures in both our hospital and ambulatory surgical center (ASC); after one year, you are eligible to become a partner of ASC.

Requirements:

• MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
• BC/BE in Gastroenterology or Internal Medicine with a Hepatology 1-year fellowship
• Eligibility for licensure in Pennsylvania.

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background