Physician / Gastroenterology / New Jersey / Permanent / Chief of Gastroenterology Physician - New Jersey Shore Job

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.