Pediatric Gastroenterologist

AdventHealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

CME support

Malpractice coverage

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth for Children in Central Florida is seeking a full-time Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join an established pediatric GI program within AdventHealth Medical Group. The role offers a general GI focus with potential subspecialty interests and opportunities for academic collaboration.

You will join a collegial team including four gastroenterologists and three APRNs, with comprehensive support across multiple Central Florida locations and a commitment to high-quality, family-centered

Qualifications

• Fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology required.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics required.
• Board Certification in Pediatric Gastroenterology required.
• Post-fellowship practice experience preferred; five or more years ideal.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Join an established team of four pediatric gastroenterologists and three APRNs.
• Provide predominantly general pediatric GI care with potential subspecialty focus (approximately 80% general GI, 20% subspecialty).
• Collaborate across Central Florida locations and participate in call coverage.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Board Certification in Pediatric Gastroenterology

Job description

Overview

AdventHealth for Children and AdventHealth Medical Group (AHMG) are seeking a full-time Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join an established and growing pediatric gastroenterology program in Central Florida. The physician will join a collaborative team of four pediatric gastroenterologists and three advanced practice providers in a predominantly general pediatric GI practice, with flexibility to develop a focused clinical or academic niche based on patient needs and the candidate’s interests.

This position is being added to meet continued patient demand in a timely and effective manner. Since opening more than 15 years ago, AdventHealth for Children has experienced significant growth, supported in part by the continued expansion of its Pediatric Gastroenterology and Liver Transplant programs.

As these service lines continue to evolve into more contemporary, subspecialized models of care, they remain central to AdventHealth’s vision for its children’s hospital. This role will support the strategic growth of AdventHealth for Children by delivering high-quality, comprehensive pediatric gastroenterology care across Central Florida and strengthening the program’s position as a leading regional referral destination within the AdventHealth system.

Position Highlights

• Full-time employed opportunity through AdventHealth Medical Group
• Established team of four pediatric gastroenterologists and three advanced practice providers, supported by two registered nurses and two registered dietitians
• Predominantly general pediatric gastroenterology practice, anticipated to be approximately 80% general GI and 20% subspecialty care, with flexibility based on patient needs
• Clinical support across multiple Central Florida locations
• Procedural coverage one day per week
• Opportunity to develop and expand a niche program, particularly in pancreatic diseases, pediatric motility disorders, or academic medicine and fellowship development
• Opportunity to help shape a potential Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellowship Program and contribute to education and academic growth
• 1-in-5 call rotation, covered one week at a time, including inpatient service, Emergency Department consultations, and after-hours office call
• Physician should be able to independently perform routine pediatric GI endoscopic procedures; experience with transnasal endoscopy, antroduodenal manometry, colonic manometry, or other advanced pediatric motility studies is highly desirable
• Collaborative, family-centered practice environment within a growing children’s hospital and employed multispecialty physician group

Candidate Requirements

• Fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Board Certification in Pediatrics
• Board Certification in Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Post-fellowship practice experience preferred; five or more years is ideal
• Comfortable managing common pediatric GI emergencies, including foreign body ingestion and gastrointestinal bleeding
• Commitment to high-quality, patient- and family-centered care
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Motivated, team-oriented approach to program growth and clinical practice

About AdventHealth Medical Group

This is an employed opportunity through AdventHealth Medical Group. The aligned employment and practice-management model allows physicians to focus on clinical care while offering a competitive compensation and benefits package that may include occurrence-based malpractice coverage, health insurance, relocation assistance, paid leave, retirement benefits, and continuing medical education support.

About AdventHealth for Children

The Walt Disney Pavilion at AdventHealth for Children is a full-service tertiary children’s hospital serving patients throughout Central Florida and beyond. Its statewide network supports pediatric specialty and subspecialty care, including established transplant services and outreach clinics. The Pediatric Gastroenterology program works closely with pediatric surgery, anesthesiology, intensive care, and other pediatric specialties to provide coordinated care for children with a broad range of gastrointestinal and liver conditions.

Living in Central Florida

The Orlando area offers a broad range of communities, schools, cultural and recreational activities, professional sports, dining, and entertainment. Central Florida also provides convenient access to beaches, airports, and many of the state’s most popular destinations.

Community Description

AdventHealth is conveniently close to many gorgeous homes, downtown urban living, shopping, and great schools. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports. The city also has many public and private universities and colleges. The Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts hosts variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year.

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