Physician - Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition

Location: University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital (UH RBC), Cleveland, Ohio
Position Type: Full-Time Physician

The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital (UH RBC) in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking academic pediatric gastroenterologists to join our team. We are recruiting at all academic ranks and welcome individuals with diverse interests and expertise in hepatology, nutrition, and gastrointestinal motility.

Position Overview

As a member of our division, you will have the opportunity to develop and lead clinical and research programs. This recruitment aligns with our strategic plan for clinical and academic growth. We support individuals with a strong research background and provide resources to continue their research efforts.

Requirements:

• Board Eligibility or Board Certification in Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Interest or expertise in hepatology, nutrition, and/or gastrointestinal motility
• Commitment to clinical excellence and academic growth

Academic rank within the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (CASE SOM) will be commensurate with experience and achievements. Successful junior- and mid-level faculty candidates will receive mentorship from the Division Chief to support a fulfilling career in pediatric gastroenterology.

Division Highlights

• Team of Experts: Join a team of 7 full-time, Board-Certified Pediatric Gastroenterologists.
• Multidisciplinary Programs: Participate in state-of-the-art medical care programs, including aerodigestive disorders, cystic fibrosis, inflammatory bowel disease, and more.
• Innovative Procedures: Be part of a program that offers cutting-edge procedures such as transnasal endoscopy (TNE) and high-resolution esophageal and anorectal manometry.
• Comprehensive Support: Work with a dedicated team including nurse practitioners, registered nurses, dietitians, social workers, and psychologists to support clinical activities.
• Advanced Facilities: Utilize a fully equipped Pediatric Endoscopy Unit capable of sedation-free TNE, impedance planimetry, and conventional endoscopic procedures.

Why Join Us?

• Academic Excellence: The Division is consistently ranked among the top 50 programs by the U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospitals survey.
• Supportive Environment: The Departments of Pediatrics at UH RBC and CASE SOM provide resources for career advancement.
• Great Quality of Life: Cleveland offers excellent public schools, affordable housing, fine dining, professional sports, and a variety of cultural and entertainment venues.

Application Process

Interested candidates should email a letter of interest and their CV to:

Thomas J. Sferra, M.D., AGAF, FAAP
Martin and Betty Rosskamm Chair in Pediatric Gastroenterology
Chief, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
UH Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital
Professor, Pediatrics
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Cleveland, OH

University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital (UH Rainbow) ranks among the nation's top 50 children's hospitals in all 11 pediatric specialties, five of which are in the top 25 in U.S. News & World Report's annual rankings for 2024-25. UH Rainbow is #3 in Ohio and #3 in the Midwest in U.S. News' 2024-2025 Best Children's Hospitals rankings.

In total, UH Rainbow ranks among the nation's top 50 children's hospitals in all 11 medical and surgical specialties including neonatology (9), diabetes & endocrinology (12), orthopedics (13), pulmonology & lung surgery (15), urology (24), cancer (30), nephrology (30), neurology & neurosurgery (35), and cardiology & heart surgery (42), and gastroenterology & GI surgery (42). UH Rainbow is also in the top 50 for behavioral health, a specialty added to this year's rankings that is not specifically ranked numerically.

“Our depth and breadth of experience caring for neonates is unmatched in our area, due in part to our legacy of groundbreaking research and culture of innovation," says Marlene Miller, MD, MSc, Pediatrician-in-Chief, UH and Chair, Department of Pediatrics at UH Rainbow, and Marsha L. Antonucci Distinguished Chair of Pediatrics. “We strive to provide the highest quality, patient-centered healthcare for all children regardless of their medical complexities, from the tiniest newborns to young adults."

For more than 125 years, UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital has been dedicated solely to the care of children.  As one of the most renowned children's hospitals and a principal referral center for Ohio and the region, the 244- bed hospital is home to 1,300 pediatric specialists and 40 special care centers including centers of excellence in minimally invasive surgery, oncology, neonatology, neurology and endocrinology.