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 nutritional disease.
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 multidisciplinary care at Grotenhuis Pediatric Clinic and two satellite clinics in Ventura and Pismo Beach.
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
Competitive salary with travel and temporary housing expenses covered.
Opportunity to apply for the permanent role following the assignment.
Location
Santa Barbara, California
Equal Opportunity Employer
Cottage Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cottage Health applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, transgender, gender expression and identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status or any other classification protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the relationship between Cottage Health and an applicant or employee. Cottage Health is committed to upholding discrimination‑free hiring practices.
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