Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Pediatric Gastroenterologist Opportunity in Beautiful Santa Barbara, California!

The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Cottage Children's Medical Center is seeking a full-time board certified or board eligible Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join a comprehensive clinical program dedicated to the care of children and adolescents who have gastrointestinal,hepatobiliary, and/ornutritionaldisease.

The Division currently consists of three full-time Pediatric Gastroenterologists supported by pediatric nurses, registered dieticians, and social workers.

We provide inpatient consultations at Cottage Children's Medical Center which consists of a 19-bed inpatient ward, 8-bed PICU, and 22-bed NICU.

In the ambulatory setting, the candidate will join 22 pediatric sub-specialists providing multi-disciplinary care at Grotenhuis Pediatric Clinic and two satellite clinics in Ventura and Pismo Beach.

The physician provides assessment, evaluation, planning, and treatment aligned with evidence-based guidelines and performs at their specialty's highest professional standards of clinical practice.

The physician collaborates with external referring physicians to provide continuous care and assist patients with appropriate treatment and follow-up as clinically indicated.

Key Responsibilities:


* Provide comprehensive care for pediatric patients, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of medical conditions.


* Coordinate patient care with multidisciplinary teams, including specialists, nurses, and support staff.


* Collaborate with attending physicians and other healthcare providers to develop and implement treatment plans.


* Manage complex, acute medical conditions, ensuring effective communication and continuity of care.


* Opportunities in teaching and mentoring of residents and medical students as part of our academic affiliation.


* Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and hospital efficiency.

Required Qualifications:


* Board-certified or board eligible.


* Unencumbered license to practice medicine in the state of California.


* Strong communication and team collaboration skills.


* A passion for providing exceptional patient care and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications:


* Preferred candidates will also demonstrate an interest in the education of Pediatric residents and other trainees.

Benefits:

Relocation Assistance and Sign-On Bonus

Housing Assistance: Temporary and/or mortgage assistance program or down payment program

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including medical, dental, vision, pension plan, 401(k), and more

Malpractice Insurance
About Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Cottage Children's Medical Center:

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital is a non-profit organization comprised of three regional hospitals and 47 specialty care cl...