Hepatologist - Faculty Physician - Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia

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The Faculty Hepatologist Physician will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care, engaging in academic research, and contributing to the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital. This role combines clinical practice in hepatology with opportunities for research, scholarly activity, and teaching in an academic medical center. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment focused on advancing liver disease care and contributing to the academic mission of the institution.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Provide expert clinical care for patients with a variety of liver diseases, including but not limited to cirrhosis, hepatocellular carcinoma, hepatitis, and autoimmune liver disorders.
• Participate in outpatient clinics, inpatient care, and consultative services.
• Manage complex cases involving liver transplantation, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and other chronic liver conditions.
• Perform and interpret diagnostic procedures such as liver biopsies, endoscopic procedures (e.g., ERCP), and transjugular liver biopsies.

Academic and Research Responsibilities:

• Lead and contribute to innovative research projects related to hepatology, liver disease pathophysiology, treatment strategies, and liver transplantation.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences and contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Develop and pursue independent research projects or collaborate with other researchers in the field of hepatology.
• Seek and apply for research funding from governmental and private organizations.

Educational Responsibilities:

• Teach, mentor, and supervise medical students, residents, and fellows in clinical hepatology, including bedside teaching, didactic lectures, and research projects.
• Participate in the development and implementation of educational programs for trainees.
• Contribute to the development of educational materials and resources related to hepatology.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and other institutional activities.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and clinical care pathway development.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including clinical notes, diagnostic reports, and treatment plans.

Required Qualifications:

• M.D. or D.O. degree or equivalent.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine and Hepatology (or Gastroenterology with a focus in Hepatology).
• Completion of a Hepatology fellowship program.
• Valid medical license in the state or region of practice.
• Strong clinical, teaching, and research skills with a commitment to patient-centered care.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in advanced liver disease management, including liver transplantation.
• Research experience with a proven track record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Interest or expertise in innovative therapeutic approaches and clinical trials.

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Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.