Physician / Gastroenterology / New Jersey / Permanent / Chief of Gastroenterology Physician - New Je

Chief of Gastroenterology " Academic Leadership Opportunity

Position Overview :

An established and expanding healthcare system is seeking an exceptional Chief of Gastroenterology to lead and develop a newly created academic division. This is a unique opportunity for a visionary physician to shape the future of GI care, education, and research in collaboration with a new medical school and a prominent university partner.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead and Build : Establish and lead an academic gastroenterology division focused on clinical excellence, medical education, and research.

Team Development : Recruit, mentor, and guide a multidisciplinary team of faculty, fellows, and support staff.

Clinical Leadership : Actively participate in patient care through rounding, consultations, and management of complex GI cases across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Program Expansion : Enhance advanced GI services, including endoscopy and procedural care.

Strategic Growth : Collaborate with health system leadership to drive strategic development of the GI service line.

Academic Engagement : Shape the clinical and academic programs in partnership with a new medical school and a leading university.

Cultural Stewardship : Set clinical standards and cultivate a high-performance, patient-centered team culture.

Facility Integration : Provide care within a full-service health system that includes trauma services and comprehensive GI capabilities.

Eligibility & Requirements :

Open exclusively to board-certified physicians (MD or DO) in Gastroenterology

Must hold or be eligible for appropriate state medical licensure.

Board certification in Gastroenterology is mandatory; fellowship completion is not required.

Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, DEA, and CSR / CDS at the start of employment.

Preferred : Prior experience in leadership roles (e.g., Chief, Medical Director) or program development.

Compensation & Benefits :

Competitive Base Salary : $521,850"$823,584, based on experience and qualifications.

Annual Bonus Potential : Performance-based incentives available.

Medical Coverage : Comprehensive health benefits including prescription drug coverage.

Malpractice Insurance : Full coverage including tail insurance.

Paid Time Off : Up to 224 hours PTO plus 40 hours of state-mandated sick leave.

Continuing Medical Education (CME) : Annual allowance with paid CME leave.

Retirement Plans : Access to 403(b) and 457(b) plans with non-elective contributions.

Additional Benefits :

Dental and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays and tuition reimbursement

PSLF-qualified employer status

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Exclusive employee discounts

This is a high-impact, high-visibility leadership position ideal for a motivated physician ready to make a lasting impact in clinical care, academic leadership, and health system growth.