Physician - Gastroenterology

Physicians - OUHP; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Job summary

OU Health seeks a Gastroenterologist at Assistant or Associate Professor rank to join Oklahoma’s premier academic health system. The role emphasizes general GI with opportunities to develop IBD or motility focus areas within a collaborative academic division.

The position involves outpatient and inpatient work in a modern academic medical center, with commitments to teaching, research, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree and board certification or eligibility in Gastroenterology.
• Experience in general gastroenterology; academic or high-volume clinical experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of general GI disorders including endoscopic procedures.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures following guidelines and best practices.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and APPs; contribute to clinical protocols and quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical endoscopy

Academic medicine

Teaching & mentorship

Communication & teamwork

Education

MD or DO

Board certified/eligible in Gastroenterology

Job description

Position Title: Physician - Gastroenterology

Department: Internal Medicine Physicians

Job Description: Gastroenterologist – General Gastroenterology

Faculty Rank: Assistant or Associate Professor

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Institution Overview

The University of Oklahoma (OU) and OU Health are seeking a Gastroenterologist at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to join Oklahoma’s only comprehensive academic medical center. OU Health delivers advanced, patient-centered care through a multidisciplinary model that integrates clinical excellence, innovative research, and medical education. The Division of Gastroenterology provides comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services for a wide spectrum of gastrointestinal disorders and serves as a referral center for complex cases across the region.

Position Overview

This faculty position offers the opportunity to practice general gastroenterology within a collaborative academic environment. The successful candidate will be focused on providing high-quality outpatient care including a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures. While the primary focus is general GI, candidates with a clinical and academic interest in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) or gastrointestinal motility disorders are strongly encouraged to apply and will be supported in developing or expanding these focus areas within the division.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Patient Services

• Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients with general gastrointestinal disorders, including esophageal, gastric, intestinal, pancreatic, and hepatobiliary conditions.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures in accordance with evidence-based guidelines and best practices.
• Participate in outpatient clinics, delivering patient-centered, high-quality care.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary care team including surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, pathologists, and advanced practice providers.
• Develop and maintain a focused clinical practice in IBD or motility, if applicable, while supporting the division’s general GI mission.

Program Development & Quality Improvement

• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of clinical protocols and care pathways within the Division of Gastroenterology.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes, safety, and care efficiency.
• Engage in outreach activities to referring physicians and community partners to strengthen regional GI services.

Research & Education

• Participate in clinical research and scholarly activities consistent with academic rank and professional interests.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and advanced practice providers, fostering academic excellence and lifelong learning.
• As the state’s premier academic institution, the faculty member will have a major role in training gastroenterology fellows.
• Remain current with advances in gastroenterology and integrate emerging evidence into clinical practice.

Qualifications

Education & Training

MD or DO degree Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology

Experience

• Eligible for appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments.
• Experience in general gastroenterology required; additional expertise or focused interest in IBD or gastrointestinal motility disorders preferred.
• Prior academic or high-volume clinical experience is desirable; early-career faculty are encouraged to apply.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical and endoscopic skills in general gastroenterology.
• Demonstrated interest in academic medicine, teaching, and mentorship.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Commitment to patient-centered care, quality improvement, and professional development.

Work Environment & Schedule

Position based at OU Health in Oklahoma City within a modern academic medical center. Combination of inpatient and outpatient clinical responsibilities. On-call responsibilities shared among gastroenterology faculty.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care as well as teaching and supervision of residents and fellows, medical students, and other trainees.
• Will practice in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Qualifications (cont.)

Applicants must have or be able to obtain a Oklahoma medical license prior to employment and be BC/BE in Gastroenterology. Candidates are eligible for faculty appointments through the OU College of Medicine - appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Continued employment will be contingent upon successfully obtaining Board Certification in the eligibility timeframe of your specialty.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer.

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more.

We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care.

OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community.

Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings.

OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure.

OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.

Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.