Pediatric Gastroenterologist - General

nmaap; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National reputation

Mentorship culture

Multidisciplinary care

Regional collaboration

Job summary

CHOC Children’s Hospital in Orange, California, is seeking a full-time Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join its growing GI division. The division comprises 14 physicians and 7 advanced practice providers, offering inpatient and outpatient care across subspecialties.

The role includes academic teaching, research, and quality improvement, with involvement in the UCI-affiliated pediatric residency program. CHOC offers comprehensive GI services, regional collaboration with Rady Children’s Health San

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology.
• Eligible for California medical licensure.
• Commitment to team-based care and lifelong learning.
• Interest in nutrition is encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

• Care for children with GI and liver conditions in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Participation in teaching, research, and quality‑improvement initiatives with the UCI pediatric residency program.

Skills

Team-based care

Lifelong learning

Academic collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology

Eligible for California medical licensure

Job description

About CHOC Children’s Hospital

CHOC Children’s Hospital is seeking a full‑time Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join its growing GI division.

The Division

The Pediatric Gastroenterology Division at CHOC is a thriving and collegial team of 14 physicians and 7 advanced practice providers delivering comprehensive GI care across a broad spectrum of subspecialties. The division is nationally recognized for its clinical excellence, collaborative culture, and commitment to mentorship, innovation, and academic growth.

Position Highlights

• Care for children with a wide range of chronic gastroenterology and liver conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Participation in academic teaching, research, and quality improvement initiatives, including involvement with the UCI‑affiliated pediatric residency program.

Benefits

• National Reputation: Consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the nation’s top children’s hospitals.
• Supportive Culture: A collegial, close‑knit environment emphasizing mentorship, collaboration, and physician well‑being.
• Multidisciplinary Excellence: Integrated support from psychologists, dietitians, social workers, and specialized nursing teams.
• Comprehensive GI Services: Full‑spectrum care from general gastroenterology to advanced endoscopy, motility, and complex subspecialty programs.
• Subspecialty Depth: Home to nationally recognized programs in IBD, eosinophilic esophagitis, feeding disorders, colorectal disease, neurogastroenterology, and integrative GI care.
• Regional Collaboration: Close partnership with Rady Children’s Health San Diego, expanding opportunities for shared program development and regional impact.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board‑eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology.
• Eligible for California medical licensure.
• Demonstrated commitment to team‑based care, clinical excellence, and lifelong learning.
• We encourage candidates with special interest in Nutrition to apply (not required).

Join Us in Transforming Children’s Health

Rady Children’s Health, CHOC Specialists, and the Pediatric Gastroenterology Division invite dedicated and mission‑driven clinicians to join a nationally recognized program at the forefront of intestinal rehabilitation and complex nutritional care. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on medically fragile children while contributing to innovation, quality, and academic excellence in pediatric gastroenterology.