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Division Chief, Pediatric Gastroenterology 

On behalf of the Department of Pediatrics at Penn State Health, CareerPhysician, LLC, a national thought leader in academic pediatric executive search, is leading a national effort to identify a transformational and innovative leader to serve as the next Chief of Pediatric Gastroenterology in Hershey, PA.

The selected Chief will be charged with strategically expanding the clinical footprint for the division by developing programs and improving efficiency in the clinics, while also fostering an environment that enhances faculty opportunities for scholarly achievements in research and education. Outstanding opportunity to mentor current and future faculty in their scholarly work, clinical trial and the development of programs in motility, hepatology and nutrition

Opportunity Highlights:

•        This is a tenured track eligible position for physician leaders who qualify and are eligible for the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. 
•        Lead a tremendous team of 6 full-time physicians, 2 full-time nurse practitioners, and a full complement of ancillary staff, including 2 GI nurses, feeding therapists, social workers and dieticians.
•        The gastroenterology service maintains an outstanding reputation for patient care and outcomes, while also offering strong collaborations with adult partners and excellent opportunities for bench, translational and clinical research. 
•        Nationally recognized program that participates in the ImproveCare Now program and provides a fully supported feeding clinic that includes outpatient feeding therapy, nutritionists, and psychologists.
•        Pediatric GI faculty and patients enjoy the convenience of a comprehensive Infusion Center housed in the Children’s Hospital for easy administration of biologics for our IBD patients.
•        Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across central Pennsylvania.
•        The Children’s Hospital celebrated a new era of patient and family centered care with the completion of a three-floor vertical expansion in October 2020 to meet the needs of children and families in central Pennsylvania who count on us for care. As the only children's hospital between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia fully equipped to treat the most severely ill children, Penn State Health Children's continues to serve as the region's pediatric health care leader. 
•        Innovation through technology: Future opportunity to leverage the recently implemented Epic EHR system, with the potential to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence for clinical and research advancements.
•        Penn State Health offers a strong pediatric surgery that is collaborative and innovative in working with the pediatric gastroenterology division to provide support and expand services.
•        The department is prepared to support a strong and highly competitive compensation and resource package to adequately support the selected Chief’s vision to ensure both parties the very best opportunity to achieve success.
•        Hershey offers suburban living and a family centric community and culture. Residents enjoy easy access to regional metros, including Philadelphia, Washington DC, Baltimore and New York City, all within a 2 ½ hour drive or train ride.
•        Home to more than just world-famous chocolate, Hershey offers top-ranked public schools, a reasonable cost of living, low crime rates, and a growing culinary and wine scene—all set amid stunning natural beauty. The area features extensive nature trails, scenic parks, and close proximity to both the Appalachian Trail and the Susquehanna River.

Requirements:

•        Medical degree – MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
•        Fellowship trained, BC/BE in Pediatric Gastroenterology
•        Minimum 5 years pediatric gastroenterology experience
•        Academic rank of Associate or Full Professor
•        Proven leadership experience in an academic healthcare environment
•        A strong commitment to patient care, medical student and resident education and research/scholarly activity is necessary

For more details about this opportunity, or if you would like to recommend an individual(s) who exemplifies the qualities we are seeking in a candidate, please contact Jennifer Weimer at [email protected]. All inquiries will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspective and lived experiences.  We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.