Gastroenterologist/Hepatologist/Transplant - Academic with UofL Health

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the University of Louisville School of Medicine is seeking a Gastroenterologist/Transplant Hepatologist to join a division engaged in diverse clinical and academic practice, and research including multiple NIH grants, and two NIH Center grants.

The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor level, depending on qualifications and experience.

The successful candidate will be expected to serve as attending on the general hepatology and liver transplant service and possess excellent teaching and clinical skills.

Candidates must have completed ACGME accredited fellowship in gastroenterology and transplant hepatology fellowship to qualify for this academic position.

Position Responsibilities

Teaching
Time and effort dedicated to the teaching of medical students, graduate students, residents, fellows, nursing personnel and colleagues.

Service
Will interact with the surgical transplant chair, and Division Directors and Department Chairs for the development and implementation of plans for growth in Hepatology, including Transplant Hepatology.

Clinical
Will see inpatients and outpatients with various chronic liver disorders.

Research
Will participate in clinical trials.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Competitive salary with recruitment incentives
• Starting Bonus
• Comprehensive provider health and retirement benefits
• Level of academic appointment and compensation commensurate with experience
• Affiliation with the University of Louisville School of Medicine
• Free tuition to the University of Louisville School for employees and their families

Interested candidates are invited to submit their curriculum vitae to the attention of:

Kristine Krueger, MD, Professor and Chief of Academic and Clinical Affairs via email to Randi Ragan, physician recruiter with UofL Health - UofL Physicians.

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