UVA Health
Pediatric - Gastroenterology Physician
UVA Health, Charlottesville, VA, United States
Job Title: Division Director of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition
Location: Charlottesville, VA
Institution: University of Virginia School of Medicine
Position Overview:
* Lead and manage the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition.
* Tenure-eligible position based on candidate credentials.
* Pediatric gastroenterologists at the rank of Associate or Full Professor are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and enhance all clinical, academic, and research activities of the Division.
* Create and implement the vision and goals for the Division in alignment with the Department of Pediatrics and UVA Health Children's strategic plans.
* Oversee all divisional faculty, providing professional and personal development opportunities.
* Ensure high-quality innovative training and support research activities.
* Model a culture of inquiry to ensure active engagement in quality improvement, scholarly excellence, and innovation.
* Actively participate in clinical service and role model patient- and family-centered clinical excellence.
Administrative Responsibilities:
* Create an environment of excellence that supports positive patient outcomes.
* Oversee the division s clinical, academic, and research missions.
* Foster collaborative relationships with colleagues across various departments and institutions.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Established academic pediatric gastroenterologist with strong leadership skills.
* Demonstrated commitment to UVA's ASPIRE values.
* Active research program and a track record of innovation in clinical practice.
Division Highlights:
* Top-ranked Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery program in Virginia.
* Team includes 10 faculty members with national expertise in various pediatric GI subspecialties.
* Provides comprehensive pediatric gastroenterology care, including 7,000 outpatient visits and 1,500 procedures annually.
* Supported by 3 nurse practitioners, 2 psychologists, 3 dietitians, 5 nurse care coordinators, physical and occupational therapy, and 2 social workers.
* ACGME-accredited fellowship program with three fellows in training.
* Collaborative relationships with Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric Radiology, Transplant Surgery, and adult Gastroenterology.
Institution Highlights:
* UVA Health is a renowned academic medical center and health system.
* Includes a Level 1 trauma center, NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, Level IV NICU, and Comprehensive Stroke Center.
* UVA Children s Hospital is ranked No. 1 in Virginia with national rankings in multiple pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report.
* The UVA School of Medicine is recognized for its outstanding research, backed by over $230 million in annual grant funding.
Research and Education:
* Active clinical research enterprise with multiple clinical research offices and investigational pharmacies.
* Prepares future medical leaders through quality clinical care, advanced medical research, and integrity-driven education.
Diversity and Inclusion:
* Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare and training.
* Recognized with the Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award for ten consecutive years.
* Named a Health Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.
For more information and to apply, please reach out to provider recruiter, Jennifer Stover,