Hepatologist - Faculty

USA Health Systems; Alabama; On-site; USD 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health Systems in Alabama is seeking a full-time Hepatologist to join its Digestive Health program. This position involves outpatient clinical practice and inpatient care at USA Health University Hospital, emphasizing teaching and collaboration.

Candidates must be board certified or eligible in Gastroenterology, with board certification in Hepatology preferred. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in academic medicine while providing top-tier patient care.

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology is required.
• Board certification in Hepatology is strongly preferred.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Alabama.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient hepatology care.
• Inpatient consultative services at University Hospital.
• Collaborate with gastroenterology, transplant services, surgery, and oncology.

Skills

Board certified in Gastroenterology

Board certification in Hepatology

Commitment to academic medicine

Education

Medical degree eligible for licensure in Alabama

Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.

USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.

Responsibilities

The Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine at the University of South Alabama, is seeking a full-time Hepatologist to join its growing Digestive Health and Liver Disease program in the Department of Internal Medicine. This position offers a combination of outpatient clinical practice at Digestive Health and inpatient care with hospital privileges at USA Health University Hospital. The role includes opportunities for teaching, academic involvement, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Academic rank will be commensurate with training and experience.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient hepatology care at Digestive Health
• Inpatient consultative and/or attending services at University Hospital
• Collaborate closely with gastroenterology, transplant services, surgery, oncology, and other specialties
• Participate in academic, teaching, and scholarly activities consistent with an academic appointment

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology (required)
• Board certification in Hepatology (strongly preferred)
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Alabama
• Commitment to academic medicine, education, and patient-centered care

EEO and Employee Benefits

EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Application Requirements

A curriculum vitae is required to apply. A cover letter is optional.