Academic Pediatric Gastroenterology – Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor

Pediatric Search Partners; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Board Certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join a nationally recognized program in Cleveland, Ohio. This role offers the chance to engage in clinical research, teach future medical professionals, and provide top-tier patient care. The collaborative environment is supported by a team of experienced practitioners and offers strong institutional backing for scholarly activities. With a commitment to excellence in pediatric care, this position promises professional growth and fulfillment in a vibrant community known for its rich culture and affordable living.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology.
• Active Ohio medical license or eligible for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient care.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Engage in clinical research and academic pursuits.

Skills

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Clinical Research

Education and Mentorship

Patient Care Excellence

Education

MD, DO, or MD/PhD

Job description

The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital—ranked among the nation’s Best Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report in 11 specialties for 2024–25, including Pediatric Gastroenterology & GI Surgery—is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join this collegial and collaborative team in Cleveland, Ohio.This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a nationally recognized program consistently ranked among the top 50 pediatric GI programs in the country over the past decade. We welcome candidates with broad clinical interests and expertise, including hepatology, nutrition, and gastrointestinal motility, to further clinical and academic growth. Support forAs part of our strategic expansion, we are seeking experienced physicians with research interests and early-career clinicians alike—those interested in advancing a career as a Clinician-Educator and/or Clinician-Scientist. Faculty seeking continuation of research interests will find strong institutional support, including resources for continued scholarly activity and a collaborative academic environment. Junior and mid-career faculty will benefit from personalized mentorship from the Division Chief and senior faculty, with clear pathways for advancement, learning and professional fulfillment.Division Highlights

• Home to five full-time, board-certified pediatric gastroenterologists committed to and delivering state-of-the-art care through robust multidisciplinary programs including aerodigestive disorders, cystic fibrosis, inflammatory bowel disease, myelomeningocele, and central venous line (CVL) management.
• Recognized for procedural innovation, being one of the first pediatric programs in the U.S. to offer transnasal endoscopy (TNE).
• Active ACGME-accredited fellowship program committed to education and training the next generation of pediatric gastroenterologists.
• This comprehensive Division includes three nurse practitioners, six registered nurses, a dietitian, social worker, and psychologist assigned to clinical care.
• The Pediatric Endoscopy Unit is fully staffed with experienced nurses, technicians and schedulers, and is equipped for sedation-free TNE (esophagoscopy and EGD), high-resolution esophageal, antroduodenal, colonic, and anorectal manometry, impedance planimetry (EndoFLIP system), and conventional endoscopic procedures.
• Endoscopies (non-TNE) are performed both at the main hospital and at a community-based UH Rainbow endoscopy unit, with monitored anesthesia care.

The position offers a very competitive salary and benefits package.Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide inpatient and outpatient care
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents and fellows
• Engage in clinical research, quality improvement, and academic pursuits aligned with and depending upon your interests
• Embrace UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s scholarly and educational mission: To Heal, To Teach, To Discover
• Academic appointment, rank and salary with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine at the level of Assistant, Associate or Professor will be determined by the candidate’s credentials and experience as reviewed by the Committee on Appointments, Promotion, and Tenure.

Qualifications:

• MD, DO, or MD/PhD degree
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Active Ohio medical license or eligible for licensure
• Dedication to excellence in patient care, education, and academic collaboration

About UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital:UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital is an internationally renowned, 304-bed children’s hospital and pediatric academic medical center with experts in 20 medical divisions and 10 surgical specialties. As a leader in advanced pediatric care, UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital provides unique services, including cutting-edge cancer, cellular and immune therapies, heart, and surgical care, and Northeast Ohio’s only single-site provider of advanced maternal fetal medicine and neonatology services. As a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and a pediatric affiliate of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Rainbow offers access to novel therapies, advanced technologies, and clinical discoveries long before they are available nationwide. Rainbow pediatric specialists – all of whom serve on the faculty at the School of Medicine – are engaged in today’s most advanced clinical research and are widely regarded as the best in the nation.About UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Network:UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s offers an expansive pediatric care network in Northeast Ohio, with more than 750,000 annual patient encounters at 130 service locations. This network includes nationally ranked UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital – Cleveland’s only full-service children’s hospital with a medical staff of more than 745 physicians and northern Ohio’s only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center. UH Rainbow is closely integrated with UH MacDonald Women’s Hospital, where specialists collaborate with neonatal experts, ensuring comprehensive care for pregnant women and their babies. This collaboration has led to significant improvements in full-term and healthy births in Northeast Ohio. Rainbow’s services also encompass a primary care network of more than 200 pediatric and family medicine providers at over 85 offices, as well as inpatient care, pediatric emergency services, urgent care centers, surgery centers, medical and surgical specialty clinics, advanced newborn and maternal/fetal medicine services, and after-hours urban care locations across Northeast Ohio.About Cleveland:Cleveland is a welcoming city known for its rich cultural and historical heritage, affordable living, and strong community spirit. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 50 Best Places to Retire in the country, Cleveland offers a vibrant arts scene, numerous outdoor activities, and a food lovers’ destination. The city boasts major cultural institutions such as the Cleveland Museum of Art, Playhouse Square (the largest performing arts center in the country behind New York City), and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. With a metropolitan population of 2.18 million in 2024, Cleveland is a hub for healthcare professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, college students, food lovers and retirees of all ethnicities and backgrounds. Travel and Leisure recognized Cleveland in 2024 as one of its 50 Best Places to Travel alongside Paris, Montreal and Bangkok for its national and international events, world-class culture expansions, rebirth of historic hotels and eclectic food scene fueled by nearby farms, local producers, and trail blazing chefs. The city’s excellent schools, diverse and historic neighborhoods, and easy access to major US cities and international destinations make it a great place to live and work. An added plus: NerdWallet named Cleveland as one of the most affordable areas in 2024 for first-time homebuyers, 24/7 Wall St. also ranks the city as one of the most affordable housing markets this year and Travel & Leisure also named Cleveland as one of the most affordable places to retire in the country in January 2024.Application Process:Join us in advancing pediatric gastroenterology care and helping continue a tradition of excellence. For complete details and confidential consideration, please submit your CV and letter of interest to:Glenda Church Smith, PrincipalPediatric Search PartnersText: 214-850-3094Email: [e-mail]