Gastroenterologist, MGB- Salem Hospital

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Job Summary

The salary range for this position is $450,000 to $516,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined during the selection process and is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, education, and internal equity.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience, if applicable, education, certifications, and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and bonuses as applicable, designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Physician Recruitment team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

Qualifications

Position Summary

Salem Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham (MGB), is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterologist with advanced expertise in Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and Gastrointestinal Motility to join our growing, multidisciplinary Gastroenterology team. This physician will provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology care while expanding advanced therapeutic endoscopy and motility services for patients throughout Boston's North Shore.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional, evidence-based care in a community hospital setting with the clinical resources, academic collaboration, and innovation of the Mass General Brigham system. Salem Hospital currently offers advanced endoscopic services including ERCP, EUS, and esophageal motility testing, creating an excellent opportunity to further develop these specialized programs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient and inpatient gastroenterology consultation and management.

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic upper endoscopy and colonoscopy.

• Independently perform advanced biliary and pancreatic endoscopy, including ERCP.

• Evaluate and manage patients with complex pancreaticobiliary disorders.

• Diagnose and treat patients with gastrointestinal motility disorders, including esophageal and gastrointestinal dysmotility.

• Interpret and perform GI motility testing, including:

• Esophageal manometry

• Ambulatory pH and impedance testing

• Additional motility studies as available

• Collaborate with colorectal surgery, general surgery, oncology, radiology, pathology, nutrition, speech pathology, and primary care providers.

• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and program development.

• Contribute to the continued growth of advanced endoscopy and GI motility services across the North Shore.

• Participate in shared call responsibilities with the gastroenterology team.

• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.

• Support educational initiatives for residents, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and medical students when applicable.

Qualifications

Required

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Gastroenterology Fellowship.
• Eligible for unrestricted Massachusetts medical licensure.
• DEA certification.
• Eligible for medical staff appointment and hospital privileges.
• Demonstrated expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.

Preferred

• Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship or equivalent advanced ERCP experience.

• Demonstrated proficiency in:

• ERCP

• Biliary stone extraction

• Biliary and pancreatic stent placement

• Management of pancreaticobiliary disorders

• Experience diagnosing and treating GI motility disorders.

• Experience interpreting esophageal manometry and ambulatory reflux testing.

• Experience with multidisciplinary care pathways.

• Interest in clinical program development and quality improvement.

• Excellent communication and patient-centered care skills.

Clinical Interests

Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following are encouraged to apply:

• Advanced therapeutic endoscopy
• ERCP
• Pancreaticobiliary disease
• Gastrointestinal motility disorders
• Dysphagia evaluation
• Esophageal disorders
• GERD
• Functional gastrointestinal disorders
• Complex digestive diseases

About Salem Hospital

Salem Hospital is a member of Mass General Brigham and serves communities throughout Massachusetts' North Shore. The Department of Gastroenterology provides comprehensive digestive health services including:

• Colonoscopy
• Upper endoscopy (EGD)
• ERCP
• Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
• Video capsule endoscopy
• Liver biopsy
• Esophageal motility testing (manometry)

Physicians benefit from collaboration with specialists across the Mass General Brigham network while practicing in a high-quality community hospital environment focused on innovation, teamwork, and outstanding patient care.

Why Join Mass General Brigham?

• Nationally recognized integrated healthcare system
• Collaborative multidisciplinary physician culture
• State-of-the-art endoscopy facilities
• Opportunity to grow advanced endoscopy and GI motility services
• Access to academic collaboration and subspecialty expertise
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Generous CME allowance and professional development support
• Excellent work-life balance in a desirable coastal Massachusetts community

Why Salem Hospital?

Salem Hospital is a 371-bed community hospital located north of Boston and is the largest healthcare provider on the Massachusetts North Shore. The hospital is a Level III Trauma Center, an American Heart Association Stroke Gold Plus hospital, and a recognized leader in community-based care and innovation. Through its integration with Mass General Brigham-founded by Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital-Salem Hospital delivers world-class care while remaining deeply rooted in its local mission.

About Us

Mass General Brigham is a leader in healthcare innovation, comprising 16 member institutions, including world-class academic medical centers, specialty and community hospitals, and a robust physician network. With over 1,180 physicians and 534 Advanced Practitioners across 78 locations, we are dedicated to transforming patient care. At Mass General Brigham, our patients come first.

To apply or learn more about this opportunity, email your CV and letter of interest to Jeff Maloney, Physician Recruiting at jmaloney9@mgb.org.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

55 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

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