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Specialist Physician in Gastroenterology

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 2 months ago (last checked 28 Oct)

Quironsalud

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Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)

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The role

The Gastroenterology Department of Hospital Universitari Sagrat Cor, located in the center of Barcelona, is looking to add a Gastroenterologist to join a highly qualified multidisciplinary team.

The hospital is part of the Sistema Sanitari Integral d'Utilització Pública de Catalunya (SISCAT) and is accredited as a teaching hospital of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona. It is part of the Quirónsalud Group, recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence, research, and continuing education.

What you'll do

Care in outpatient gastroenterology clinics, including general and specialized clinics for: hepatology, inflammatory bowel disease, follow-up of complex polyps, and biliopancreatic pathology.
Follow-up and management of hospitalized patients, both with the department's own beds and as consultants for other specialties.
Performance of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including interventional techniques and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), in a modern, recently built Endoscopy Unit.
Performance of digestive functional tests, with state-of-the-art equipment, contributing to expanding the department's diagnostic capabilities.
Availability of a dedicated Day Hospital, allowing the administration and follow-up of specific treatments.

How you'll work

Employment regime: labor contract.
Full-time position (100%).
Integration into a second-level hospital contracted with the Catalan Health Service (CatSalut), with 250 beds covering all medical-surgical specialties, including an Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
Possibility of performing afternoon shifts in digestive endoscopy.
SISCAT agreement and professional development.

Requirements

Degree in Medicine issued by a Spanish university or a foreign degree officially recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education and Science.
Specialty in Gastroenterology obtained via MIR or an equivalent duly recognized qualification.
Active registration with the Official College of Physicians at the time of joining.
Demonstrable experience in digestive endoscopy.
Interest in the field of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience and/or specific training in the diagnosis, treatment, and comprehensive follow-up of patients with IBD.
Communication skills to interact with patients, families, and other professionals.

About Quironsalud

Quirónsalud is Spain's largest private healthcare group, operating a vast network of hospitals, outpatient clinics, and specialized medical centers across the country. As part of the global Fresenius Helios group, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services, from primary care to highly specialized treatments, and employs tens of thousands of healthcare professionals. The group is a leader in the Spanish private healthcare market, known for its advanced technology and patient-centered approach.

With its headquarters in Madrid, Quirónsalud has a strong presence throughout Spain, with major hospitals in Madrid, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, and many other cities. For international healthcare professionals, Quirónsalud offers significant opportunities, though roles often require Spanish language proficiency and, for medical staff, official recognition of foreign qualifications. The group provides a structured environment with clear career paths in nursing, medical specialties, and hospital administration, making it a major employer for those looking to work in Spain's healthcare sector.

Industry: Healthcare
Founded: 1934
Employees: 30,000–50,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca and 9 more

Good to know if you are moving

Quirónsalud is part of Fresnelius Helios, one of the largest private healthcare providers in Europe, offering potential for international career mobility.
The group operates over 50 hospitals and more than 100 outpatient centers across Spain, providing a wide range of job locations.
For medical roles, international professionals must have their qualifications recognized by the Spanish authorities (homologación) and be registered with the Spanish medical college.
Fluency in Spanish is generally required for patient-facing roles, as the group serves a predominantly Spanish-speaking population.
The company offers a structured career development system with opportunities in clinical, research, and management positions.

In their own words

About the company & team

Quirónsalud is the leading company in Spain in the provision of healthcare services. We have internationally renowned experts in the biomedical field and a large team of healthcare and non-healthcare professionals who work day after day to offer the best quality of care and specialized services in our country.

At Quirónsalud we want to count on the best professional talent to continue offering a differential healthcare service distinguished by its quality, its high level of specialization, and person-to-person health care.

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment, where professionals have the opportunity to grow, innovate, and actively contribute to the continuous development of the department. The Gastroenterology Department stands out for its excellent working atmosphere and firm commitment to being at the forefront of diagnostic techniques. Our hospital enjoys solid recognition for its excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research.

Workplace: Hospital Universitari Sagrat Cor, Barcelona

At Quirónsalud we promote integration and respect for diversity. Therefore, our selection processes will be carried out under these principles. Likewise, the company declares its commitment to establishing and developing practices that promote and foster equal treatment and opportunities between men and women, without discriminating, directly or indirectly, on the grounds of sex. This principle is part of our Corporate and People policy, in line with Organic Law 3/2007, of 22 March, for effective equality between both genders.

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