Physician - Gastroenterology

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Position Summary
The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterologist to join our growing team in Southern Maryland. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice comprehensive gastroenterology in a collaborative, patient-centered environment supported by an integrated academic health system.
The Gastroenterologist will provide high-quality, evidence-based care to patients in both the outpatient clinic and hospital settings. Responsibilities include evaluating, diagnosing, and treating a broad range of gastrointestinal conditions while collaborating with primary care providers, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
Primary Responsibilities
• Provide comprehensive gastroenterology care in both the outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital settings.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal disorders.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including upper endoscopy (EGD) and colonoscopy, with advanced endoscopic procedures as appropriate.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using evidence-based clinical guidelines.
• Participate in inpatient consultations, hospital rounds, and shared call responsibilities.
• Collaborate with primary care physicians, surgeons, oncologists, hospitalists, radiologists, pathologists, and other specialists to coordinate patient care.
• Accurately document patient encounters, procedures, and treatment plans within the electronic medical record.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, preventive care, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical performance programs, and patient safety activities.
• Support the mission, vision, and values of the University of Maryland Medical System while promoting outstanding patient satisfaction and clinical excellence.
• Work collaboratively with leadership to improve operational efficiency, patient access, and practice growth.
• Participate in disease management and population health initiatives designed to improve quality outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.

Required Qualifications
Education
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school or foreign equivalent.

Training
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine Residency.
• Completion of an accredited Gastroenterology Fellowship.

Licensure & Certification
• Current or eligible unrestricted medical license in the State of Maryland.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology.
• Current DEA and CDS registration (or eligibility to obtain prior to employment).
• Eligible for and able to maintain clinical privileges at one or more UMMS-affiliated acute care hospitals.
• Demonstrated compliance with continuing medical education (CME) requirements necessary to maintain licensure and board certification.
• Current BLS certification (or obtained upon hire, if required).

Experience
• Experienced gastroenterologists and graduating fellows are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated qualifications and clinical experience necessary to independently perform the responsibilities of a practicing gastroenterologist.
• Interest in building a comprehensive gastroenterology practice within a growing community is preferred.
• Experience with advanced endoscopic procedures is welcomed but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
• Expertise in the diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders.
• Proficiency in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures.
• Excellent clinical judgment and sound decision-making skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine and delivering high-quality patient care.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and hospital leadership.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage a busy clinical practice.
• Excellent documentation skills utilizing electronic medical records.
• Dedication to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and performance excellence.
• Ability to adapt to changing clinical priorities while maintaining exceptional patient satisfaction.
• Professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the mission and values of the University of Maryland Medical System.

Patient Safety & Quality
The Gastroenterology Physician is expected to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement by:
• Delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Identifying and addressing potential patient safety concerns.
• Reporting adverse events and near misses in accordance with organizational policy.
• Participating in quality improvement and clinical performance initiatives.
• Supporting compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.

Why Join Us?
• Established and growing gastroenterology practice
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team
• Modern endoscopy facilities with advanced technology
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous paid time off and CME allowance
• Opportunities for professional growth within an integrated academic health system
• Practice in beautiful Southern Maryland with convenient access to Washington, D.C., Annapolis, and the Chesapeake Bay

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