Academic Gastroenterologist with Motility focus

Penn State Health Physician Recruitment; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

CME Support

Ambulatory endoscopy center after 1st

Endoscopy unit technology (motility)

Job summary

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA is seeking a BC/BE Gastroenterologist with a focus in Motility to join our expanding team of professionals.

The successful candidate will oversee a significant endowment to support the motility program and shape growth within our academic health system. This leadership opportunity offers a state-of-the-art Endoscopy Unit, a collaborative environment, and the chance to teach medical residents, students and fellows while enjoying a

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or foreign equivalent required and board eligible/certified in GI.
• Completion of an accredited residency in Gastroenterology.
• License to practice in Pennsylvania or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand a high-demand motility program within a tertiary/quaternary setting.
• Oversee educational activities and supervise residents, fellows and students.
• Collaborate across departments and contribute to innovative educational approaches.

Skills

Motility focus

Leadership

Teaching / education

Education

MD/DO or foreign equivalent

Residency completion

BC/BE in Gastroenterology

Job description

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a BC/BE Gastroenterologist with a focus in Motility to join our expanding team of esteemed professionals located in Hershey, PA. The successful candidate will work across all aspects of patient care including evaluation, diagnosis, education and treatment of motility disorders.
This is an exceptional leadership opportunity within a thriving Motility Section. The successful candidate will oversee a significant endowment fund ($500,000) to support the development and growth of the motility program. This will offera unique opportunity to shape and expand motility services within a leading academic health system.

What We're Offering:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
• Sign-On Bonus, CME, and Relocation Assistance
• Opportunity to become a member of the ambulatory endoscopy center after one year of full-time employment
• State-of-the-Art Endoscopy Unit with all technology for Motility service including Pill, Endoclip, etc.
• High demand Motility Practice at tertiary/quaternary facility
• A collaborative environment rich with diversity
• Ability to teach and oversee medical residents, students, fellows and other trainees
• Interaction with dynamic clinicians across departments and participation in innovative educational approaches
• Rank commensurate with experience

What We're Seeking:

• MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
• Completion of an accredited residency training program
• BC/BE in Gastroenterology
• Applicants with dedicated interest in education, diversity and clinical excellence
• Ability to acquire license in the State of Pennsylvania

About the Area:

Hershey, PA offers a great place to live, learn, work, play and grow a family. Known as the home of the Hershey chocolate bar, Hershey's community is rich in history and diverse in culture. Located next to Pennsylvania's capital, Harrisburg, near the banks of the Susquehanna River, central Pennsylvania fosters a delightful quality of life, with ready access to major metropolitan areas like D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, and NYC, while placing you in a picturesque and historic environment, with superb schools and ample recreational opportunities. The area boasts a reasonable cost of living whether you prefer a quiet suburban setting or thriving city atmosphere rich in theater, arts, and culture.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.