Job Summary
Job Description
The University of Missouri School of Medicine
Department of Medicine
Division of Gastroenterology
The University of Missouri’s School of Medicine’s Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Advanced Gastroenterologist committed to clinical excellence and interested in contributing to our fellows' medical education. Interested and qualified candidates can also be considered for an additional appointment as an Associate Program Director for the GI Fellowship.
We offer competitive compensation with a base salary starting at $525K in addition to a productivity incentive and other hiring incentives.
About Us
The GI division is home to faculty with expertise across several areas, including nutrition, IBD, and therapeutic endoscopy. Additionally, it offers a multidisciplinary team approach to all varieties of gastrointestinal disorders in collaboration with several specialties and subspecialties, including surgery, radiology, pathology, oncology, and surgical oncology.
Required Qualifications
- MD/DO
- ABIM BE/BC in Internal Medicine
- ABIM BE/BC in Gastroenterology
- Completion of an Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship
- In possession of, or be able to secure an unencumbered MO License
The ACGME-accredited gastroenterology fellowship program, home to 11 fellows, has a long history of graduating outstanding gastroenterologists. Graduates of our training program are in private practice and academic programs throughout the country. Our program, which is accredited by the ACGME, is designed to provide opportunities for fellows to develop clinical competence in the broad field of gastroenterology, including hepatology, endoscopy, clinical nutrition, and GI oncology. In keeping with ACGME requirements, a minimum of 18 months of clinical experience is required, including the equivalent of 5 months of hepatology. The other 18 months of training are dedicated to elective fields of clinical training and to research intended to enhance competency.
It has also expanded its operation to include an advanced therapeutic endoscopy fellowship and has plans to expand the clinical endoscopy service line to Missouri Center for Outpatient Surgery, in addition to the current ACGME-accredited Gastroenterology fellowship program and non-ACGME-accredited clinical hepatology fellowship.
Employees of the University of Missouri and University of Missouri Healthcare are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Our Community
Columbia is rated by Forbes magazine as the fifth best small city for business and careers in America and is consistently rated a top place to live by Money Magazine, boasting a low cost of living, a vibrant community, and nationally renowned public schools. Columbia is an ideal college town that combines small-town comforts, and community spirit, with big-city culture, activities, and resources. Our community is energetic and engaged, packed with restaurants and entertainment venues, and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at [Register to View]
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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