Gastroenterology Fellowship Program Director

Valley Health System in affiliation with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is seeking an accomplished and visionary Founding Gastroenterology Fellowship Program Director to lead the development of the Gastroenterology Fellowship Program. The Program Director will serve as the architect and leader of this new fellowship, guiding all aspects of program creation, implementation, and accreditation. This role includes developing a curriculum aligned with ACGME requirements, overseeing the accreditation process, and ensuring the program delivers comprehensive, high-quality training that prepares fellows to excel in the field of Gastroenterology. Practice Info The Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ, featuring a new $975 million, 370-bed acute care hospital Valley Medical Group features more than 300 physicians and nearly 200 advanced practice providers in 60 adult and pediatric specialties Responsibilities Design, implement, and oversee the new Gastroenterology Fellowship Program Lead the ACGME accreditation process and ensure ongoing compliance Develop a rigorous curriculum that fosters clinical excellence, scholarly activity, and professional growth Recruit, mentor, and evaluate fellows and faculty Collaborate with institutional leadership and external partners to advance program goals Promote a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care Compensation Competitive compensation model with generous wRVU productivity incentives (uncapped potential) Compensation range from $507,000 to $530,000 (not including bonuses / incentive compensation or benefits) Benefits Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans Paid holidays and PTO CME allowance and dedicated CME time Malpractice coverage Relocation allowance Non-profit health system; eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Shift & Schedule Full-time employment Qualifications MD or DO degree Current board certification in Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine or by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, or subspecialty qualifications that are acceptable to the Review Committee Current medical licensure and appropriate medical staff appointment Must have administrative experience and at least three years of participation as an active faculty member in an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency or Gastroenterology fellowship and minimum of 5 years of clinical experience as a Gastroenterologist Ongoing clinical activity and ongoing academic achievements in Gastroenterology, including but not limited to publications, the development of educational programs, or the conduct of research Must have or be eligible for State of New Jersey medical licensure, DEA and CDS Strong leadership, organizational and interpersonal communication skills