Pediatric Gastroenterology (GI) Physician (Motility Disorders) - San Antonio, TX
Baylor College of Medicine
San Antonio, TX
Job posting number: #7270199 (Ref:14463-en_US)
Posted: August 6, 2024
Job Description
Division: CHRISTUS Children's
Work Location: San Antonio, TX
Baylor College of Medicine and Department Summary:
About CHRISTUS Children’s in San Antonio and Baylor College of Medicine:
Serving as a focal point for pediatric services throughout the community, CHRISTUS Children's in San Antonio is a world-class children's hospital - both inside and out. In February 2013, CHRISTUS Children's finalized an agreement with Baylor College of Medicine, ranked as the #6 medical school by U.S. News & World Report in 2020-21. Baylor College of Medicine recruits, employs, and oversees physicians at the children's hospital.
Baylor College of Medicine ( www.bcm.edu ) is recognized as one of the nation's premier academic health science centers and is known for excellence in education, research, healthcare, and community service. BCM is currently associated with multiple educational, healthcare, and research affiliates.
Summary
Baylor College of Medicine at CHRISTUS Children's is seeking a faculty member to fill a Full-time position in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Gastroenterology with specialization in Motility Disorders. This position comes with a faculty appointment within the Department of Pediatrics, a competitive salary, and full benefits package.
Job Duties
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Clinical responsibilities include ambulatory and inpatient care, consultative services, and performance of general GI procedures. The candidate is expected to participate in the supervision and education of medical students, residents, and fellows in Gastroenterology. The division has also established the first of its kind Advanced Endoscopy fellowship and has successfully trained five fellows. The Voelker Clinical Research Center provides assistance for interested faculty who wish to pursue clinical research.
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Outpatient clinical care for children with all types of intestinal, hepatic, pancreatic and nutritional disorders.
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Inpatient care, consultation, and emergency room consultation for children with all types of intestinal, hepatic, pancreatic and nutritional disorders.
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General pediatric gastrointestinal procedures (e.g., upper endoscopy and colonoscopy with related therapeutic procedures)
Minimum Qualifications
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M.D., Ph.D. / M.D. / D.O. degree, or equivalent
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Completion of an ACGME approved fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology (or equivalent)
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Licensed by the Texas Medical Board
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Board Certification by the American Board of Pediatrics, subspecialty certification in pediatric gastroenterology medicine (or eligible for same)
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
