Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology - Open Rank/Open Track Faculty

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) • Galveston, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is seeking a full-time Gastroenterology Hospitalist to join the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology within the Department of Medicine. This role focuses on delivering high-quality inpatient gastroenterology care, actively participating in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows, and contributing to the academic mission of the department. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team committed to exceptional patient care, advancing clinical education, and engaging in scholarly and quality improvement initiatives. UTMB's Department of Internal Medicine is undergoing growth and transformation, emphasizing high-value care, research, innovation, and medical education. The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is a dynamic program with over 20 faculty and Advanced Practice Providers, offering comprehensive services across four hospitals and an ACGME-accredited fellowship program.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Texas.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an academic medical center or teaching environment.
• Demonstrated involvement in scholarly activity, clinical research, quality improvement projects, or curriculum development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient gastroenterology care, including management of liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, gastrointestinal cancers, and other digestive disorders.
• Participate in inpatient procedures, including endoscopy, as appropriate to training and experience.
• Supervise and teach medical students, residents, and fellows in inpatient gastroenterology care and procedural skills.
• Engage in departmental and divisional quality improvement, patient safety, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including surgery, oncology, radiology, and nutrition—for optimal patient outcomes.
• Contribute to curriculum development, clinical skills training, and other academic programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level