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Gastroenterology & Hepatology | Jefferson Health
Lead the Growth and Future of Barretts Esophagus Care at Jefferson
Jefferson Health is seeking an accomplished
Gastroenterologist with expertise in Barretts esophagus
to serve as
Physician and Medical Director of the Barretts 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 Jeffersons Barretts Esophagus Program , care for a large cohort of patients across the spectrum of Barretts disease, advance therapeutic and diagnostic approaches, participate in clinical research, and educate the next generation of physicians.
The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Barretts esophagus, advanced endoscopic imaging and therapies, along with a strong interest in
program development, academic medicine, research, education and multidisciplinary collaboration .
Lead & Grow the Barretts Esophagus Program
The Medical Director will play an important role in the continued development and expansion of Jeffersons Barretts Esophagus services.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead and grow the Barretts Esophagus Program
Provide expert clinical care for patients with Barretts esophagus and associated disorders
Manage a
large cohort of patients across all stages of Barretts care
Develop comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary specialists
Help expand and enhance Jeffersons Barretts esophagus services
Advance clinical quality, innovation and program development
Participate in the continued evolution of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to Barretts esophagus
For a physician interested in combining specialized clinical practice with
programmatic leadership , this position offers an opportunity to help shape the direction of Barretts 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 Barretts patient population while helping Jefferson continue to advance the diagnosis, surveillance and treatment of these patients.
Multidisciplinary Care
The Barretts Esophagus Physician and Medical Director will work collaboratively with colleagues across Jefferson to develop
comprehensive treatment plans
for patients with Barretts 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 Barretts 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 Barretts 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.
Jeffersons 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.
Jeffersons 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
Barretts 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 Barretts 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 Barretts Esophagus Program and help shape its future direction.
SPECIALIZED CLINICAL PRACTICE
Care for a large population of patients across all stages of Barretts 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 Barretts diagnosis and treatment.
EDUCATION & MENTORSHIP
Mentor fellows and residents and contribute to Jeffersons 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 .
Jeffersons 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.
Who can apply
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