Gut Failure Hospital Medicine Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Hospital Medicine Physician for Gut Failure Program

Our organization is seeking applications for a full-time Hospitalist to become part of the newly established Gut Failure Program at our leading hospital.

This exceptional role is situated at our flagship facility, where we are working to enhance and standardize the care provided to patients with complex gut failure conditions, in collaboration with the Surgery Department and the Gastroenterology Division.

About the Gut Failure Program

• Our hospital is a 750+ bed quaternary care center, staffed exclusively by faculty physicians across more than 70 subspecialties.
• Recognized consistently as the top hospital in Georgia, we also rank nationally in various specialties, including cardiology, transplant, oncology, and neurosciences, and have received Magnet designation three times.
• The Gut Failure Program focuses on treating patients with conditions such as fistulas, short bowel syndrome, peritoneal abscesses, complicated intestinal adhesions and obstructions, incisional and parastomal hernias requiring complex abdominal wall reconstruction, complicated pancreatitis, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, and other digestive tract issues leading to intestinal resections and short gut syndrome.

Position Details

• Commit at least 50% of clinical time to the Gut Failure Team to deepen expertise in managing gut failure patients, while the remaining time will involve rotations on other hospitalist services to maintain a broad skill set.
• Co-lead the medical management of gut failure patients by developing a comprehensive service aimed at optimizing care delivery for those with complex pathophysiology, collaborating with General Surgery, Gastroenterology, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, dietary and psychology teams, and social work.
• Drive quality and patient safety initiatives focused on improving patient outcomes and care management.
• Engage in academic responsibilities, promoting service excellence through education and mentorship of trainees and other team members.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary with performance-based incentives, support for continuing medical education (CME), and a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement plans and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) with an active Georgia medical license or the ability to obtain one.
• Proven track record of effective teaching and successful mentoring in inpatient settings across various professions.
• Preferred: Experience in providing hospital medicine care in a high-acuity academic medical center.

Community Highlights - Living in Metro Atlanta

• Ranked consistently among the best places to live in Georgia, it is also recognized as one of the top cities for young professionals and among the healthiest cities in the U.S.
• Offers a unique combination of vibrant urban life and tranquil suburban areas, with a lower cost of living compared to many other U.S. cities, along with innovative solutions like micro-home communities and urban farms.
• Culturally diverse and rich, featuring historic sites such as Centennial Olympic Park, and a dynamic entertainment industry that has earned Atlanta the title "Hollywood of the South."
• Provides easy access to world-class amenities, including the busiest international airport, a thriving arts and music scene, professional sports teams, and award-winning dining and shopping experiences.
• Known as "The City in a Forest," with nearly 50% tree canopy coverage and numerous outdoor activities, including the Atlanta BeltLine, which offers hiking, biking trails, kayaking, and nature parks.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by state or federal law.