Gastroenterology Section Chief - Riverside University Health System

Overview

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of Gastroenterology, is seeking a full-time Gastroenterology Section Chief to join our practice team at Riverside University Health System. Applicants with experience in General GI are welcome to apply.

• Lead, manage and administer the GI Division at RUHS across endoscopy services, outpatient and inpatient clinical activities, teaching, and research.
• Collaborate with the Head of GI at Loma Linda University Health to accomplish the goals and mission of the University.
• Balance clinical duties including inpatient coverage with outpatient endoscopy and clinic.
• Provide weekly protected time for career and leadership development during outpatient weeks.
• Involve in teaching fellows, residents and students.
• Operate within a division that includes 3 physicians and 4 advanced practice providers with a wide community-based focus in general GI, pancreaticobiliary, third space endoscopy, hepatology, IBD and motility.
• Engage with on-site capabilities and technologies (GI Genius, Capsule Endoscopy, Manometry including Endo Flip, Smart Pill, and BRAVO; fleet of Olympus 190s including EUS and ERCP scopes).
• Participate in interventional GI procedures (POEM, Endoscopic suturing, ESD, Spyglass, Hybrid APC, among others).
• Access onsite research assistance for clinical and population-based research including randomized controlled trials; dedicated anesthesia coverage available.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for caring for the underserved and will spend most of his/her time at the RUHS location. For the right candidate with administrative skills, there is potential for a leadership position in academics or GI endoscopy operations. The hospital executive support is strong, and clinical partners are collaborative. The system is motivated to support productive physicians.

The base compensation is $475,000 – $550,000. This amount does not include compensation for inpatient call (weekdays/weekends), e-consults, and specialized clinics. Productivity bonuses beyond the base WRVU target are paid bi-annually. Data is available for procedure volumes. Additional compensation is allocated for candidates with leadership potential as stated above. A package tailored to the candidate’s interests can be developed during recruitment.

Our Benefits Include

• Generous Retirement Contribution
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental Coverage
• Competitive Vacation & Sick Days
• CME Days and Funds
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
• Paid Malpractice Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• Federal Loan Repayment (If eligible)

For more information on Loan Forgiveness, please see the Public Service Loan Forgiveness information. We are a California Employer – Please note that a California residency is required upon start date. This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 Waiver.