What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gastroenterology position at Temple University, Office of Physician & Faculty Recruitment?
Summary of Position
The Department of Medicine at the Katz School of Medicine has outstanding opportunities for fellowship-trained gastroenterologists to join a nationally recognized program with a rich history.
Flexible opportunities exist to support our team on a moonlighting/per diem, part-time and full-time basis for individuals of all experience levels with different clinical interest in various practice settings and Temple sites (TUH-Main, TUH- Jeanes, FCCC) including urban and community.
Why Temple?• Academic Mission: Strong commitment to education, training, and academic activities; expectation to work collaboratively in a diverse, multidisciplinary environment.• Comprehensive Care: Work in a nationally recognized section for diagnosis of treatment of digestive and liver disorders.• Advanced Capabilities: Access to state-of-the-art Temple Digestive Disease Center, offering cutting-edge technologies and advanced therapeutic endoscopic procedures (e.g., POEM, deep enteroscopy).• Specialized Expertise: Care for complex motility disorders, pancreatic-biliary diseases, and small intestinal conditions.• Training Program: Three-year fellowship in gastroenterology with broad clinical exposure, advanced procedures, and robust research opportunities guided by faculty.
Candidate Qualifications• MD or DO with Board Certification/Eligibility in Gastroenterology• Licensed to practice in PA• Proficient in routine endoscopic procedures• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care
We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. We believe that diversity (of experiences, thought, etc.) enriches our learning environment and strengthens our academic community. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives will enhance our commitment to these values.
About Temple Health: Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education. The health system’s 1,550 physicians and scientists share a common mission of bringing tomorrow’s treatments to the bedside today, helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible.
Temple Health is an educational partner with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, providing medical education to the next generation of physicians and biomedical scientists.
About Philadelphia: Located in the heart of Philadelphia, TUHS provides access to a diverse and culturally rich city with thriving neighborhoods, arts, and cuisine.“Philadelphia is a city of firsts: first hospital, first library, first medical school. It’s a place where big ideas come to life.” - Alexander Hamilton
Procedure for Candidacy
To be considered for this position, you must complete an online application.
Application materials should include: a curriculum vitae; a personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals, three professional references, names/contact information, and a statement describing working effectively in an urban environment is strongly encouraged.
Please address all applications to: Adam Ehrlich, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, Chief, Section of Gastroenterology, C/O
Shawn Hartigan, Physician/Faculty Recruiter, Office of Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Email: Shawn.Hartigan@tuhs.temple.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementTemple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.