Position Information
Position/Rank Academic Hepatologist on the Clinical Track, Rank DOQ, University of Utah
Department 00224 - Internal Medicine Admin
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin 10/1/2022 or thereafter
Details
The University of Utah, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is seeking an Academic Hepatologist board certified in Internal Medicine and Hepatology to be part of an established and growing Transplant Hepatology program. We are seeking an additional transplant hepatologist to join our team, which is composed of 3 experienced abdominal transplant surgeons, 5 transplant coordinators, 2 physician assistants, and 3 transplant pharmacists in addition to our transplant hepatologists.
As a leader in the region, our program has performed over 400 liver transplants – with over 40 in this last year. The University of Utah Health is seeking to strengthen our program and transform it into a Center of Excellence.
The position is full-time Hepatology and liver transplant, with limited outpatient endoscopy. Main responsibilities will include outpatient and inpatient clinical care, including inpatient service on rotating basis with the other hepatologists. Academic responsibilities may include working directly with the Gastroenterology fellows and medical house staff, participating in weekly educational conferences, and engagement in clinical or basic science research. Faculty members of the Division hold academic appointments at the University of Utah Medical Center and may hold appointments at the Salt Lake City Veterans Affairs Medical Center, and Huntsman Cancer Institute. The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City and is the major referral center for a five-state region. Our ideal candidate will share our commitment and passion for patient care, research, and education. To learn more about the advanced research, clinical activities, and current faculty of the Division please visit our website at: http://medicine.utah.edu/internalmedicine/gastroenterology/ Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the search is closed.
Apply online at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/137763
Please make all inquiries to John Fang, M.D., Professor and Chief, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, c/o john.fang@hsc.utah.edu .
University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains at the western edge of the Rocky Mountains. Salt Lake City is a rapidly growing, multicultural city, listed at among the Best Place for Business and Careers by Forbes Magazine in 2015. Seven ski and summer resorts, including Park City (home of the Sundance Film Festival), Deer Valley, Alta, and Snowbird (Oktoberfest), are located close to the campus. Within a day’s drive are nine U.S. National Parks, Salt Lake City is one of the most beautiful, safe, and affordable cities across the USA .
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
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Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
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Notice
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Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 08/11/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN03051F
Type Faculty
