Advanced Endoscopy Fellow - Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)

University of Kansas Medical Center • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The Advanced Endoscopy Fellow in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology will perform advanced therapeutic and interventional endoscopic procedures while gaining experience in academic teaching and research. The position allows the fellow to develop expertise in complex endoscopic procedures, participate in research protocol development, and contribute to scholarly activity. The fellow will also provide supervision and instruction to medical students, residents, and fellows in clinical and procedural settings.

Requirements

• MD or equivalent degree from an accredited medical program.
• Board eligible or board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.
• Completion of a standard three-year GI fellowship.
• Experience in general routine endoscopic procedure.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with advanced therapeutic endoscopic procedures beyond standard fellowship training.
• Teaching or mentoring experience in an academic medical setting.
• Experience in clinical research, publications, or quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced therapeutic and interventional endoscopic procedures, including ERCP, sphincterotomy, stone extraction, lithotripsy, stricture dilation, stent placement, and sphincter of Oddi manometry
• Perform endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) with fine needle aspiration, core biopsy, celiac plexus neurolysis and nerve blocks, malignancy staging, and management of complex esophageal structures
• Perform endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) and ablation, and stent placement in the esophagus, duodenum, and colon
• Serve as attending of record for general endoscopy sessions in inpatient or outpatient facilities (approximately 52 sessions per year)
• Participate in ongoing research projects and scholarly activity, including manuscript preparation and presentation of research findings at local, national, or international conferences
• Develop skills in research protocol design, abstract writing, and other scholarly activities
• Supervise and teach fellows, residents, and medical students in procedural and clinical care, including case presentations and teaching conferences
• Maintain clinical productivity consistent with benchmarks (e.g., MGMA WRVU 50th percentile)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree