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Job Overview As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine's doctors and faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Internal Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching, and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?
The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology supports the University of Cincinnati Medical Center (UCMC), West Chester Hospital (WCH), University of Cincinnati Cancer Center (UCCC), and the Cincinnati Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The Division collaborates with the Bone Marrow Transplant program, an Experimental Therapeutics program, a Hemophilia Center, a Sickle Cell Disease Center and supports the nine (9) clinical centers of excellence of the UC Cancer Center. Research labs provide venues for translational studies. In addition, many opportunities exist on campus for access to resources in immunobiology, laboratory medicine, transfusion medicine, cell mediated therapy and cancer biology at the University of Cincinnati Medical College, the Hoxworth Blood Center, and the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.
The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is seeking an MD clinician to work with the Gastroenterology section with advanced expertise in gastrointestinal motility and Neurogastroenterology. This faculty candidate will be recruited at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level. Final faculty rank will be commensurate with experience.
This is a clinical academic mission position, with support for research, teaching, and administration. This position is supported by dedicated administrative staff and advanced practice providers. Compensation is highly competitive with the opportunity for incentives based on clinical and/or academic productivity.
Essential Functions Provide comprehensive adult gastroenterology care across UC Health sites, including but not necessarily limited to University of Cincinnati Medical Center (UCMC), UC West Chester Hospital, and University Endoscopy Center. Deliver 6+ weeks of inpatient gastroenterology service annually. Provide 6+ weeks of annual call coverage. Maintain a balanced outpatient and procedural schedule, including: Three (3) half-day outpatient gastroenterology clinics per week; Five (5) half-day endoscopy sessions per week; Establish and lead the first Motility and Neurogastroenterology Clinic at UC, which will involve: Evaluating patients with a full spectrum of neurogastrointestinal and motility disorders, including difficulty swallowing and esophageal motility disorders, abnormal gastrointestinal motility, chronic constipation, functional bowel disorders, disorders of gut-brain interaction, and other complex neurogastrointestinal conditions; Performing comprehensive diagnostic evaluations of complex gastrointestinal motility and related disorders to develop individualized short and long term care plans. Conducting specialized diagnostic procedures, including esophageal and anorectal manometry, motility studies, and other advanced physiologic assessments. Leading a multidisciplinary, patient centered approach to complex motility and neurogastrointestinal diseases, integrating gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, pelvic floor therapy, behavioral health, nutrition, and other specialties as appropriate. Providing biofeedback therapy in the clinical setting indicated as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. Developing and launching a new, comprehensive neurogastroenterology clinic with unique diagnostic and therapeutic strategies, emphasizing multidisciplinary care pathways and innovative treatment models. Delivering general gastroenterology care with a specialized emphasis on neurogastrointestinal disorders. Providing specialized therapeutic interventions, including anorectal biofeedback therapy. Providing general gastroenterology care and supporting multidisciplinary teams, including colorectal surgery, urology, and gynecology.
Essential Functions Continued: Contribute to the care of gastroenterology, liver, pancreatic, and complex GI patients as part of the broader Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology service line.Teach fellows and residents. Precept fellow clinics and lead didactic sessions during inpatient rounding. Develop a formal training curriculum in neurogastroenterology for fellows, residents, and advanced practice providers. Provide structured didactic education through division wide lectures, motility focused educational sessions, and regional presentations to enhance awareness of the new Neurogastroenterology and Motility Center.Lead journal clubs and case conferences. Mentor trainees in clinical research, scholarly writing, and preparation of presentations for national meetings.Participate in and initiate research projects. These include Motility-focused clinical trials, collaborative translational research with institutional partners, and development of motility and Neurogastroenterology databases and registries.Publish scholarly work in peer-reviewed journals and contribute to national guidelines and expert recommendations.Advance the academic mission of the Division through national engagement, including participation in the American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society.
Minimum Requirements Prior to effective date of appointment, all of the following:
• Medical degree (MD/DO)
• State of Ohio Clinical Research Faculty Certificate
• Completion of a 3-year Internal Medicine Residency
• Completion of a 3-year Gastroenterology fellowship
• Completion of a 1-year Advanced Fellowship in Gastrointestinal Motility, Neurogastroenterology, or a fellowship which is a combination of the two
Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary Information:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page .
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