Advanced Endoscopy Gastroenterologist with Expertise in Third Space Endoscopy – Academic Facult[...]

Thomas-Jefferson-University-; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 320,000 - 510,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia seeks an Advanced Endoscopy Gastroenterologist to join the Academic Faculty. The role combines high-volume advanced endoscopy clinical care with education, research, and program growth in our distinguished program.

Ideal candidates have extensive Third-Space Endoscopy experience (POEM/G-POEM/ESD/EMR) and expertise in EUS/ERCP, with demonstrated commitment to medical education and scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with gastroenterology specialty and board eligibility/certification.
• Fellowship training in Advanced Endoscopy and proficiency in Third-Space Endoscopy.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex third-space procedures (POEM, G-POEM, EMR/ESD).
• Manage outpatient/inpatient advanced endoscopy consultations and education.
• Teach fellows and trainees in advanced therapeutic endoscopy.
• Contribute to clinical research and scholarly activity.

Skills

Third-Space Endoscopy

POEM/G-POEM/ESD/EMR

EUS/ERCP proficiency

Clinical education

Education

MD/DO and GI Fellowship

Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship

Job description

Job DetailsJoin a Distinguished Academic Advanced Endoscopy Program.Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health are seeking an Advanced Join a Distinguished Academic Advanced Endoscopy Program.Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health are seeking an Advanced Endoscopy Gastroenterologist – Academic Faculty to join our established and growing academic gastroenterology program in Philadelphia.This is an exceptional opportunity for an advanced endoscopist who wants to combine dedicated advanced endoscopy clinical care, high volume technically challenging advanced endoscopy procedures, AEF training, medical education, and research within a nationally recognized academic health system.Job DescriptionWe are particularly interested in a physician with strong clinical and technical expertise in Third-Space Endoscopy who can contribute to our continued growth.A Program Built on Clinical Excellence, Education & InnovationThe Advanced Endoscopy program at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital has been training advanced endoscopists since 2001, graduating 27 advanced endoscopy fellows.Procedures performed by our faculty include:Third-Space EndoscopyPOEM, Z-POEM, POPE, and G-POEMEndoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD)EFTR and STEREndoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR)ERCPCholangioscopyEUSInterventional EUS including LAMS-based management of pancreatic fluid collections, EUS-GJ, EDGE, Gall Bladder drainage, and hepaticogastrostomyEUS guided pancreatic cyst and PNET ablationDeep enteroscopyEnteral stentingBarrett’s esophagus ablationEndohepatologyEndoscopic Vacuum Assisted Closure (EVAC)Third-Space Endoscopy is a key focus of this position.We are seeking an advanced endoscopist with demonstrated clinical and technical expertise in third-space endoscopyThe successful candidate will have the opportunity to:Perform complex third-space proceduresEvaluate patients referred for advanced endoscopic and specifically third space consultationContribute to the growth of Jefferson’s Third-Space Endoscopy programTeach fellows and trainees advanced therapeutic (endoscopic) techniquesParticipate in clinical research and scholarly activityCollaborate with gastroenterologists, surgeons and other specialistsContribute to innovation in therapeutic endoscopyClinical & Academic Faculty RoleThis position combines a robust clinical practice with meaningful academic responsibilities.Clinical responsibilities may include:Advanced therapeutic endoscopyEUS and ERCPThird-Space EndoscopyPOEM/G-POEMEMR/ESDMultidisciplinary management of complex inpatient and outpatient advanced endoscopy, TSE, and pancreaticobiliary patientsDevelopment of a specialized advanced endoscopy practiceAcademic responsibilities may include:Teaching gastroenterology fellowsTeaching advanced endoscopy fellowsMedical student and resident educationClinical researchPeer-reviewed publicationsNational and regional presentationsAdvanced endoscopy conferencesCurriculum developmentProcedural educationFellow and trainee mentorshipInnovation in therapeutic endoscopyAdministrative and leadership rolesDistinguished Academic & Clinical LeadershipThe Advanced Endoscopy Program at Jefferson Health offers an exceptional opportunity to join a nationally recognized academic gastroenterology program with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, research, and education.The program is part of Jefferson’s Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, led by David M. Kastenberg, MD, The J. Edward Berk Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Division. With more than three decades of clinical, academic, and research experience, Dr. Kastenberg provides distinguished leadership across the division.The Advanced Endoscopy Program is led by an accomplished team of faculty, including Rishi Pawa, MD, Director of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and Thomas Kowalski, MD, Director of the Pancreaticobiliary & Advanced Endoscopy Section.Faculty have opportunities to participate in:Clinical and endoscopic researchPeer-reviewed publicationsNational presentationsCase conferencesEnterprise-wide advanced endoscopy conferencesGI tumor boardFellowship educationProcedural innovationMultidisciplinary collaborationThe program also maintains an Endoscopic Research Group dedicated to developing and reviewing research initiatives.The Jefferson Academic AdvantageAs a faculty member of Thomas Jefferson University and Sidney Kimmel Medical College, you will have the opportunity to participate in the education of medical students, residents, gastroenterology fellows and advanced endoscopy fellows.Jefferson brings together clinical excellence, medical education, research and innovation, creating an environment for collaboration and continued advancement in therapeutic endoscopy.The ideal candidate will have:M.D. or D.O. degreeCompletion of an ACGME-accredited Gastroenterology fellowshipFellowship training in Advanced EndoscopyBoard Certified or Board Eligible in GastroenterologyDemonstrated proficiency in advanced endoscopic proceduresExtensive clinical and technical experience in Third-Space EndoscopyProficient with POEM, G-POEM, ESD and EMRExtensive experience with EUS and ERCPDemonstrated commitment to medical educationInterest in clinical research and scholarly activityExcellent communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skillsEligibility for medical licensure in PennsylvaniaWork ShiftWorkday Day (United States of America)Worker Sub TypeRegularEmployee EntityThomas Jefferson UniversityPrimary Location Address132 S 10th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.BenefitsJefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.