Clinical Associate Physician – Gastroenterology

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second‑largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

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The Department of Medicine has 11 divisions, more than 300 employees and more than $68 million in expenditures annually. The mission of the Department of Medicine is to deliver accessible, patient‑centered healthcare of the highest caliber while training compassionate, visionary and innovative clinicians and researchers. We develop, teach and practice state‑of‑the‑art, evidence‑based medicine that holds the promise of a better future for the people of California and beyond.

Your Role on the Team

We are recruiting a gastroenterologist with an interest in General GI. The candidate should have expertise in disease or treatment groups such as IBS, GERD, and colon cancer screening. Candidates must be competent in performing EGD and colonoscopy with polypectomy. Proficiency in ERCP and/or EUS is not required. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Primary responsibilities may include Emergency Department and inpatient coverage and expanding outpatient clinical care at UCI Health community clinical sites in Los Alamitos and other UCI locations.

What It Takes to be Successful

• Demonstrated experience in quality improvement to improve patient outcomes.
• Adhere to departmental policies, procedures, and objectives while in compliance with all UC policies and procedures. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all state and federal privacy laws.
• Leadership skills; ability to motivate, inspire, communicate with faculty, residents, staff, and peers to maintain a professional, team‑based approach in the care of patients.
• Candidates must possess a M.D. or D.O. degree.
• Board‑certified and have California licensure.
• Active and current DEA certification.

Special Conditions

• Applicants should complete an online application profile and upload the following application materials electronically to be considered for the position: 1. Curriculum vitae 2. List of References 3. Cover Letter (optional).

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, UCI offers a range of benefits, including medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to discounts and perks. The base salary compensation range for a Clinical Associate is $485,000-$550,000 . Candidates have the potential to earn additional compensation with incentive eligibility on top of the base salary contingent on performance and responsibilities.

Conditions of Employment

UCI seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire community. All applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct related disclosures
• Legal right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment
• Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: candidate must disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings; left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Additional conditions may apply, such as California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act, E-Verify, Pre-Placement Health Evaluation.

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Closing Statement

UCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain inclusive, equitable, and welcoming working and learning environments.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, contact Human Resources at or

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.