We are seeking a Hepatologist to join Premier Health and play a key role in building and shaping a growing hepatology program. This position offers balanced inpatient and outpatient clinical practice, with evolving opportunities in teaching, research, and program development as the academic mission expands.

The ideal candidate is a clinically strong physician who is motivated to help develop infrastructure, establish best practices, interested in innovative approaches to care and contribute to the long-term growth of hepatology services.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care (Primary Focus – Year 1)

• Provide comprehensive care for patients with acute and chronic liver disease in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Diagnose and manage conditions including:
• Cirrhosis and complications (ascites, HE, varices)
• Viral hepatitis (HBV, HCV)
• MASLD/MASH
• Alcohol-related liver disease
• Liver masses including Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)
• Provide inpatient consultative services and manage transitions of care to outpatient follow-up
• Collaborate with gastroenterology, surgery, oncology, radiology, and primary care
• Perform, supervise and interpret hepatology-related diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as appropriate

Program Development

• Assist in building a comprehensive hepatology service line, including care pathways, protocols, and clinical workflows
• Support growth initiatives such as fibrosis programs, fatty liver clinics, or liver cancer programs
• Contribute to quality improvement efforts and establishment of clinical metrics

Teaching & Academic Development (Phased In)

• Participate in teaching medical students, residents, and future fellows as programs develop
• Contribute to curriculum development and clinical education infrastructure
• Engage in scholarly activities over time (case reports, QI projects, clinical research)

Research (Optional/Developing)

• Opportunities to participate in clinical research and trials as the program grows
• Collaborate with institutional partners to build a hepatology research portfolio
• Initial focus may include quality improvement and outcomes-based projects

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
• Fellowship training in Hepatology
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Ohio
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care

Preferred Experience / Attributes

• Interest in program building
• Comfort practicing in a growth-oriented, evolving clinical environment
• Strong collaboration and interdisciplinary communication skills
• Interest in teaching and academic career development (even if early stage)
• Experience or interest in liver disease quality metrics and population health

Why Join Us

• Ground-floor opportunity to help build a hepatology program
• Ability to shape clinical workflows and long-term strategy
• Gradual integration into teaching and research aligned with program growth
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• Leadership support for innovation and program expansion

Future Growth Opportunities

• Development of subspecialty clinics
• Expansion into clinical trials and translational research
• Participation in fellowship training programs
• Potential leadership roles as the program matures