What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gastroenterologist - Fort Worth position at UT Southwestern Medical Center?
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases, is seeking a Gastroenterologist to join its growing clinical faculty. This position will play a key role in providing services at UT Southwestern Gastroenterology – Texas Health Clearfork, Fort Worth.
The selected candidate will function as a gastrointestinal physician with responsibilities that include comprehensive patient care in gastroenterology, diagnosis and treatment of digestive disorders, and performance of endoscopic procedures. The role also includes active participation in the teaching and training of medical students, residents, and fellows.
In addition to clinical duties, the position offers opportunities to engage in resident and medical student education, as well as clinical or scholarly activities that advance the field of gastroenterology.
Fort Worth, Texas is now the 11th largest city in the U.S. after recently surpassing Austin. The city offers an exceptional lifestyle with a vibrant cultural scene highlighted by the renowned Kimbell Art Museum, Modern Art Museum, and Amon Carter Museum in the Cultural District. The city is a sports hub, home to Texas Motor Speedway and Dickies Arena, with convenient access to Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers venues nearby. Residents enjoy iconic steakhouses, award-winning BBQ, Tex-Mex, craft breweries, and an expanding selection of chef-driven restaurants. Fort Worth’s rich Western heritage comes to life in the Stockyards, daily cattle drives, and annual festivals. With no state income tax, a cost of living approximately 4% below the national average, and a wide selection of affordable, family-friendly neighborhoods and top-rated schools, the city provides an outstanding quality of life for professionals and families alike.
- MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency
- Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology
- Completion of Gastroenterology Fellowship
- Eligible for Texas medical licensure
- Strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Megan Davis
Clinical Physician Recruiter, Talent Acquisition
Office of Human Resources
UT Southwestern Medical Center
P: 972-823-9675
Email: megan.davis@utsouthwestern.edu
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
Benefits
- UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000