Assistant Professor

Tulane University•New Orleans, LA

18d

About The Position

The Assistant Professor will provide general gastroenterology care across University Medical Center New Orleans, East Jefferson General Hospital, affiliated clinics, and other University-affiliated hospitals. The role includes outpatient and inpatient care, a high volume of general and luminal endoscopic procedures, trainee supervision and education, scholarly activity, and departmental and professional service. The appointee must maintain applicable clinical credentials, licensure, board certification, and privileges at assigned facilities. Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and contact information for at least three professional references. For further inquiries, contact Curry Cates at [email protected].

Requirements

MD or DO from an accredited, nationally recognized medical school.
Board certified, or board eligible with a clear pathway to certification, in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.
Valid Louisiana medical license or ability to obtain one.
Full medical staff membership and clinical privileges at affiliated hospitals.
Strong clinical skills and commitment to high-quality patient care.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Commitment to medical education and mentorship.
Demonstrated ability to engage in scholarly activity.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality general gastroenterology care across multiple practice sites, including University Medical Center New Orleans, East Jefferson General Hospital, affiliated clinics, and other University-affiliated hospitals.
Perform a high volume of general and luminal endoscopic procedures, including esophagogastroduodenoscopy, colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, and related diagnostic procedures.
Maintain a robust outpatient clinic schedule and continuity of care.
Comply with clinical and professional practice standards, including credentialing, licensure, and clinical privileges at assigned facilities.
Maintain active board certification in gastroenterology.
Participate in inpatient GI consultation services and inpatient care management.
Supervise and mentor fellows, residents, and medical students during clinical activities.
Participate in departmental quality improvement and outcomes evaluation initiatives.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Support divisional call services and faculty coverage as needed.
Educate gastroenterology fellows, internal medicine residents, and medical students.
Attend and contribute to departmental conferences and didactic sessions.
Provide formal verbal and written evaluations of trainees.
Participate in the annual resident interview and ranking process.
Mentor fellows and residents in clinical decision-making and procedural skills.
Contribute to Grand Rounds and other departmental learning activities.
Pursue clinical research, quality improvement projects, or educational scholarship.
Collaborate with mentors and colleagues to establish appropriate scholarly goals.
Disseminate findings through presentations and publications.
Support the department's missions in clinical care, teaching, and service.
Participate in professional societies through membership, engagement, or leadership roles.
Attend departmental faculty meetings and professional development activities.