Join CentraCare as Digestive Center Medical Director – Lead with Purpose, Practice with Excellence

CentraCare is seeking a visionary and collaborative Digestive Center Medical Director to lead our General Gastroenterology team in advancing high-quality, patient-centered care across Central Minnesota. This 0.2-0.4 FTE position is a unique opportunity for a physician leader to shape the future of digestive health services within a thriving, mission-driven health system.

Why CentraCare?

At CentraCare, we are committed to excellence through integrity, compassion, and innovation. Our Digestive Center is a dynamic environment where multidisciplinary collaboration drives continuous improvement and exceptional outcomes. CentraCare – St. Cloud Hospital was ranked #2 in Minnesota for colon cancer surgery and gastroenterology & GI surgery by U.S. News & World Report 2025, reflecting our clinical excellence in GI care. We proudly serve rural Central Minnesota communities through accessible, high-volume GI services, including emergency transfers and virtual care integration.

What You’ll Do:

• Co-lead the General Gastroenterology specialty alongside the Digestive Center Director, with a focus on clinical leadership while the Director oversees operational strategy
• Drive strategic planning, recruitment, and outreach efforts
• Champion quality, safety, and patient experience initiatives
• Supervise and mentor physicians and APPs
• Oversee general endoscopic procedures and quality metrics, including colon cancer screening and interventional techniques
• Collaborate across specialties to optimize care delivery
• Represent CentraCare in professional and community engagement efforts

Note: This role does not encompass oversight of Interventional Endoscopy operations, which are managed separately by the Director of Interventional Endoscopy.

What We’re Looking For:

• Board-certified MD/DO with at least two years of clinical experience
• Proven leadership capabilities or strong leadership potential
• Experience in general GI procedures or quality improvement initiatives in digestive health
• Passion for innovation, quality improvement, and team development
• Eligible for unrestricted Minnesota licensure

What You’ll Gain:

• A leadership role with meaningful impact on patient care and provider experience
• A supportive, forward-thinking team culture
• Opportunities for professional growth, research collaborations, and regional influence
• Access to ongoing education and leadership development through CentraCare’s accredited programs
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Ready to Lead with CentraCare?

If you’re a physician leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to shape the future of digestive health, we invite you to apply and explore the difference you can make.

Apply by submitting your CV to rachel.braun@centracare.com or contact Dena Walz at walzd@centracare.com or 320-251-2700 x57270 to discuss opportunities.

Pay and Benefits

• Salary range: $620,000- $700,000 per year
• Salary and salary range are based on a 1.0 FTE, reduced FTE will result in a prorated offer rate
• Full-time benefits: medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more!

CentraCare, a leading not-for-profit health system and one of the largest providers of rural care, serves patients across Central, West Central, and Southwestern Minnesota. It delivers nationally recognized care through 40+ medical and surgical specialties, innovative population health programs, and a collaborative physician–administration leadership model.

St. Cloud Hospital, a 489-bed regional referral center and Level II trauma center, delivers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services with Magnet-designated nursing and expert support staff.

Just 60 minutes from Minneapolis-St. Paul, the St. Cloud region is a family-friendly mini-metro featuring excellent schools and four colleges, vibrant arts and theatre, abundant lakes and outdoor recreation, and year-round activities for all seasons.

About CentraCare
St. Cloud, Minnesota

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.