Physician - Heptology

Minneapolis, MN 55455

Specialty Heptology
Profession Physician

The Department of Pediatrics and The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at the University of Minnesota is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Pediatric Hepatologist at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank. The selected candidate will join six other full-time faculty and two nurse practitioners in a thriving academic pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition practice that cares for patients with diverse and fascinating problems. Our program covers the full spectrum of care in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition. 

 

Position Highlights

  • Participate in the teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows
  • Participate in research projects and other academic/scholarly activities tailored to their career interests and goals
  • Participate in service activities on behalf of the department, medical school, and their profession

 

The Division plays a leading and integral role in hepatology and liver transplantation, hosting one of the longest-standing pediatric liver transplant programs in the United States. The Division is home to a nationally recognized program in pediatric pancreatology and total pancreatectomy, pancreatic islet autotransplantation. We have ongoing clinical research projects in gastrointestinal disease in cystic fibrosis, chronic pancreatitis and inflammatory bowel disease, sarcopenia and autoimmune hepatitis. Our division participates in the Rare Disease program at the University of Minnesota, recently recognized as a Center of Excellence by the National Organization of Rare Diseases. The Division continues to maintain the highest ambitions for excellence in all three of its major missions: patient services, teaching, and research.

 

Qualifications

  • Board-certified/board-eligible pediatric hepatologist. Advanced Training in hepatology including clinical experience in hepatology and/or transplant hepatology.
  • Licensed or ability to obtain medical license and DEA in the State of Minnesota, and meet threshold criteria/qualifications for credentialing and privileges.
  • Ability to receive work authorization in the United States from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and maintain legal status according to the requirements of VISA category while in the United States.?

 

Pay and Benefits

This role is dually employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota. Total salary is market competitive and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through M Physicians. The base salary range for this position is $201,800-$362,200 commensurate with experience, qualifications, and cFTE.? The salary from the University is dependent upon the academic effort of the person hired. 

 

M Health and Clinical Partnerships

Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.

 

University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The University Medical School is a world-class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine. The nearly 3,000 outstanding faculty members are committed to achieving excellence in research, clinical care, and developing the next generation of health professionals.

 

Community Information

We are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems, a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!