Physician & Medical Director – Barrett’s Esophagus Program

AOIA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health in Philadelphia is seeking a Gastroenterologist with Barrett's esophagus expertise to serve as Physician and Medical Director of the Barrett's Esophagus Program. The Medical Director will lead, grow and innovate a large Barrett's program, while delivering expert clinical care and collaborating with a broad team of specialists.

The role emphasizes program development, academic medicine, research and education, with leadership responsibilities and opportunities to advance

Qualifications

• Board Certification in Gastroenterology.
• Completion of Barrett's Esophagus Fellowship.
• Eligibility for Pennsylvania medical license.
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced endoscopic imaging and therapies.
• Experience caring for Barrett's esophagus and related disorders.
• Strong interest in clinical research and program development.
• Commitment to teaching and mentorship.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to clinical excellence, innovation and research.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Barrett's Esophagus Program.
• Provide expert clinical care for Barrett's esophagus and related disorders.
• Manage a large cohort of patients across all stages of Barrett's care.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary specialists.
• Help expand and enhance Jefferson's Barrett's esophagus services.
• Advance clinical quality, innovation and program development.
• Participate in the continued evolution of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to Barrett's esophagus.

Skills

Barrett's Esophagus expertise

Advanced endoscopic imaging

Academic medicine

Education

Barrett's Esophagus Fellowship

Board Certification in Gastroenterology

PA Medical License eligibility

Job description

Gastroenterology & Hepatology | Jefferson Health

Lead the Growth and Future of Barrett's Esophagus Care at Jefferson

Jefferson Health is seeking an accomplished Gastroenterologist with expertise in Barrett's esophagus to serve as Physician and Medical Director of the Barrett's Esophagus Program in Philadelphia.

This is an opportunity for a physician who wants to do more than join an established clinical practice. The Medical Director will have the opportunity to lead and grow Jefferson's Barrett's Esophagus Program, care for a large cohort of patients across the spectrum of Barrett's disease, advance therapeutic and diagnostic approaches, participate in clinical research, and educate the next generation of physicians.

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Barrett's esophagus, advanced endoscopic imaging and therapies, along with a strong interest in program development, academic medicine, research, education and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Lead & Grow the Barrett's Esophagus Program

The Medical Director will play an important role in the continued development and expansion of Jefferson's Barrett's Esophagus services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and grow the Barrett's Esophagus Program

• Provide expert clinical care for patients with Barrett's esophagus and associated disorders

• Manage a large cohort of patients across all stages of Barrett's care

• Develop comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary specialists

• Help expand and enhance Jefferson's Barrett's esophagus services

• Advance clinical quality, innovation and program development

• Participate in the continued evolution of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to Barrett's esophagus

For a physician interested in combining specialized clinical practice with programmatic leadership, this position offers an opportunity to help shape the direction of Barrett's care within a major academic health system.

Advanced Endoscopic Imaging & Therapy

The successful candidate will have demonstrated expertise in advanced endoscopic imaging and therapies and will utilize technologies and techniques including:

• Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

• Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC)

• Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR)

• Cryotherapy

• Advanced endoscopic imaging

• Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy

The position provides an opportunity to apply these capabilities to a substantial Barrett's patient population while helping Jefferson continue to advance the diagnosis, surveillance and treatment of these patients.

Multidisciplinary Care

The Barrett's Esophagus Physician and Medical Director will work collaboratively with colleagues across Jefferson to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with Barrett's esophagus and related conditions.

This multidisciplinary approach is supported by the broader Jefferson Digestive Health Institute, which provides comprehensive Gastroenterology and Hepatology services, including:

• Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy

• Motility

• Liver transplantation

• Celiac disease

• Inflammatory bowel disease

• Complicated polyps

• Fatty liver disease

• Viral hepatitis

• Liver tumors

The breadth of the Digestive Health Institute creates opportunities for clinical collaboration and care of patients with complex gastrointestinal conditions.

Advance Research & Innovation in Barrett's Esophagus

Academic clinical research is an important component of this position.

The Medical Director will have the opportunity to drive clinical research and innovation in Barrett's esophagus, contribute to scholarly activity, and help advance knowledge designed to improve patient outcomes.

For a physician interested in building an academic career, this role combines direct patient care and program leadership with opportunities to contribute to the advancement of the field.

Teach. Mentor. Lead.

Jefferson's academic mission provides another important dimension to this opportunity.

The Medical Director will have the opportunity to teach and mentor fellows and residents, helping prepare future Gastroenterologists while contributing to the academic mission of Jefferson.

Jefferson's Gastroenterology educational environment includes a traditional Gastroenterology Fellowship as well as advanced fellowships in:

• Transplant Hepatology

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease

• Advanced Endoscopy

Candidates with a strong commitment to teaching, mentorship, innovation and academic collaboration will find opportunities to integrate these interests into their career.

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a physician who combines clinical expertise with the vision and leadership skills necessary to continue building a specialized program.

Candidates should have:

• Board Certification in Gastroenterology

• Completion of a Barrett's Esophagus Fellowship

• Eligibility for, or current possession of, a Pennsylvania medical license

• Demonstrated expertise in advanced endoscopic imaging and therapies

• Experience caring for patients with Barrett's esophagus and associated disorders

• Strong interest in clinical research and program development

• Commitment to teaching and mentorship

• Proven leadership skills

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

• Commitment to clinical excellence, innovation and research

A Leadership Opportunity in Academic Gastroenterology

This position offers a distinctive combination of:

PROGRAM LEADERSHIP

Lead and grow a specialized Barrett's Esophagus Program and help shape its future direction.

SPECIALIZED CLINICAL PRACTICE

Care for a large population of patients across all stages of Barrett's esophagus.

ADVANCED THERAPEUTICS

Utilize advanced imaging and therapeutic technologies including RFA, APC, EMR and cryotherapy.

RESEARCH & INNOVATION

Drive clinical research and help advance approaches to Barrett's diagnosis and treatment.

EDUCATION & MENTORSHIP

Mentor fellows and residents and contribute to Jefferson's academic mission.

MULTIDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION

Work alongside specialists throughout Jefferson to provide comprehensive patient care.

Practice in Philadelphia

The position is based at Jefferson University Physicians, with a primary location at 132 S. 10th Street in Philadelphia.

Jefferson's broader organization serves communities throughout Greater Philadelphia, the Lehigh Valley, Northeastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey, bringing together clinical care, education and research across a large regional enterprise.

Contact Information

Jessica Knappenberger DHSc, MBA, BBA
Sourcing Specialist

Clinician Recruitment

T 267 730 4768
[e-mail]
JeffersonHealth.org