Gastrointestinal Specialist

Cayuga Medical Center seeks a highly skilled Gastroenterologist to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals. As a key member of our medical staff, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality medical care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders.

1. Patient Care
   • Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations and assessments to diagnose and treat gastrointestinal conditions.
   • Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients, taking into account their unique needs and medical histories.
   • Prescribe medication and other appropriate therapies to manage symptoms and promote healing.
   • Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging to inform treatment decisions.
   • Perform medical procedures and surgeries when necessary, ensuring the highest level of patient safety and care.
   • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes.
   • Provide patient education and support to empower patients to take an active role in their care.
2. Communication
   • Effectively communicate with patients, families, and colleagues to ensure seamless care coordination and patient satisfaction.
3. Documentation
   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in a timely fashion, adhering to medical standards and regulations.
4. Clinical Expertise
   • Stay current with the latest medical research, treatments, and technologies to provide evidence-based care.
   • Participate in continuing medical education (CME) and peer review activities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
   • Collaborate with other specialists and healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and outcomes.
   • Work collaboratively with Advanced Practice Providers to ensure comprehensive care.
   • Participate in the education of clinical learners (residents, APP students, etc.) to foster the next generation of healthcare professionals.
5. Quality and Safety
   • Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
   • Ensure safe care is provided to all patients, adhering to medical standards and regulations.
6. Ethical and Professional Standards
   • Adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards of medical practice, upholding patient confidentiality and privacy.
   • Comply with all relevant laws and regulations, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment.

• Doctorate (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school required.
• Must have successfully completed a residency or fellowship commensurate with the area of specialty.
• Be board certified or eligible in the appropriate specialty, by a board acceptable to Cayuga Medical Center.
• Obtain and maintain an unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration.
• Obtain Medical Staff Privileges within the Health system.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the applicable state required.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of evidence-based medicine.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassion, empathy, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and CME.

• Hospital, clinic, or healthcare facility setting.
• May include on-call and weekend shifts as required.