Gastroenterologist in Bel Air, MD

Company: University of Maryland Faculty Physicians
Location: Bel Air
Posted on: March 22, 2026

Job Description:

This collaborative effort between the University of Maryland division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and Upper Chesapeake Health will establish a comprehensive GI service line at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, MD. Opening July 2025. Salary range from $456,524.00 to $724,219.00 annual This collaborative effort between the University of Maryland division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and Upper Chesapeake Health will establish a comprehensive GI service line at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, MD. Opening July 2025. The GI service line offers inpatient and outpatient GI services, in the newly opened Ambulatory Surgical Center and ambulatory clinical space. Currently, two GI providers and two nurse practitioners comprise the team; we seek to recruit 3-4 additional gastroenterologists. Rapidly growing comprehensive GI practice in Harford County, Maryland Work description: Three pathways available to ensure an excellent lifestyle work balance with flexibility to tailor pathways for the right applicant: - GI hospitalist covering inpatient consultations and endoscopy, 7 days on/7 days off, including 24-hour call for 24 weeks/year. Out-patient endoscopy is possible if desired. - Hybrid GI hospitalist – Mainly inpatient coverage with some outpatient duties. Similar schedule as the GI hospitalist with an extra day of ambulatory endoscopy in the ASC. - Outpatient/Ambulatory model – 3-4 days of outpatient endoscopy performed in the hospital endoscopy suite and ASC plus 1-2 days of clinic with a few weeks of inpatient call coverage. - For applicants with special interests, resources are available to build subspecialty service lines. - Strong academic affiliation with the University of Maryland Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. - Adjunct Assistant Professor academic appointment. Access to all divisional educational offerings (e.g., GI Grand Rounds, Research Conference, etc.) - Opportunities to teach GI fellows, IM residents and medical students. DEPARMENT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Inpatient coverage details: - The GI team provides coverage for a 250-bed hospital, Level 1 trauma - Dedicated endoscopy suite with 24/7 on-call nurse and tech - 24/7 anesthesia service for propofol administration. - Olympus scopes with Hemospray, over-the-scope-clips, and other accessories available. - 24/7 general surgery, colorectal surgery and IR services - Inpatient list averages 15-20 patients/day and Inpatient endoscopies average 5-7/ day - Advanced endoscopy skills are not mandatory, but equipment is available. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE - Doctoral degree in Medicine in area of specialty - 3-5 years of clinical experience - Board certified or board eligible gastroenterologists (preferred) - New GI Fellowship graduates and experienced GI physicians are encouraged to apply. - Advanced endoscopy skills such as ERCP, EUS (preferred) - CPR required - BLS required - ACLS and/or other relevant certification as required by the department - Ability to perform general GI procedures proficiently (e.g., upper endoscopy with biopsies, bleeding control, esophageal dilations, foreign body retrieval, colonoscopy with polypectomy, and PEG tube placement). - Ability to adhere to quality metrics - Possess a strong clinical knowledge base with solid foundation to manage GI and Hepatology disorders. Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland’s Faculty Physician’s Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications. University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits This position is eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship on a case-by-case basis, competitive guaranteed base annual salary, sign-on bonus, quality, productivity and relocation bonus available, CME allocation of $3,000/year. Resources and counseling for career advancement and research opportunities if desired. Leadership opportunities available. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Contact information: For questions about this exciting opportunity, please feel free to reach out to our FPI Human Resources Generalist Ruth Aguero-Mackey. raguero-mackey@fpi.umaryland.edu Main HR line 667-214-1212 Principles only please.

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