Gastroenterologist - High-Risk GI

• Pay: $400,000 – $587,000
• Employment: Full-time
• Location: Rush University Medical Center
• Rush Job ID: 27016

Gastroenterologist High Risk – Clinical Faculty/Physician

Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications for the position of Gastroenterologist High Risk GI Cancer Specialist.

We are seeking a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist with expertise or a strong clinical focus in high-risk gastrointestinal cancers to join a growing, multidisciplinary digestive health and oncology program. This is an exceptional opportunity to build and expand a specialized program dedicated to cancer prevention, early detection, and surveillance.

Position Highlights

• Focus on high-risk populations (hereditary GI cancer syndromes, Barrett’s esophagus, pancreatic cysts, IBD-related dysplasia, etc.)
• Opportunity to develop a high-risk GI cancer and surveillance program
• Close collaboration with oncology, surgery, genetics, radiology, and pathology specialists
• Access to advanced diagnostics and endoscopic technologies (EUS, EMR, ESD, chromoendoscopy)
• Rush’s partnership with MD Anderson one of the nation’s leading cancer centers allows access to advanced treatments and research.
• Clinical location at Rush University Medical Center with some clinical support at Rush Oak Park Hospital

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients at increased risk for GI malignancies
• Develop and lead surveillance protocols and care pathways for high-risk populations
• Perform advanced endoscopic procedures for detection and management of premalignant and early malignant lesions
• Collaborate with genetics and oncology teams on personalized risk assessment and care planning
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and case conferences
• Contribute to program growth, quality improvement, and clinical innovation initiatives
• Involvement in research, clinical trials, and teaching
• Participate in marketing, professional activities and clinical trials in collaboration with MD Anderson and the Rush Cancer Center

Qualifications

• MD or DO with completion of Gastroenterology fellowship
• Board Certified in Gastroenterology
• Advanced training or demonstrated expertise in GI oncology, advanced endoscopy, or high-risk cancer surveillance preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of Clinical experience is required for this role
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Illinois

About Rush

Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities.

Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities.

Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient’s Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year.

All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years.

Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago’s Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.