Gastroenterology Physician

Join Our Team as a Gastroenterology Physician – Make a Difference in Patient Care

Are you a dedicated Gastroenterology Physician seeking a rewarding opportunity to utilize your skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? We invite qualified candidates to join our esteemed team for comprehensive 24-hour call coverage across diverse inpatient settings. This role offers an excellent chance to impact patient outcomes at a Level 3 trauma center, providing specialized care in gastrointestinal emergencies and procedures.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide 24-hour inpatient gastroenterology coverage, floating between two sister facilities.
• Support the care of patients with GI bleeds, abdominal pain, food bolus, elevated liver enzymes, and other urgent conditions.
• Perform advanced procedures including ERCP in both the Endo Suite and Main OR.
• Collaborate with support staff and work alongside a multidisciplinary team to deliver optimal patient care.
• Rounding, evaluating critical cases, and managing a patient volume of approximately 8 patients daily.
• Maintain documentation within the Epic EMR system.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Board Certification in Gastroenterology (BC required).
• Active State Medical License in Tennessee.
• Proficiency in ERCP procedures.
• DEA certification.
• BLS certification.
• Clean background check.
• Willingness to obtain necessary licensure and privileges within 90 days.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience working in trauma centers.
• Additional certifications relevant to gastroenterology or emergency procedures.
• Fluency in multiple languages.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2 years of post-residency experience in inpatient gastroenterology.
• Proven expertise in ERCP procedures.

Other Requirements:

• Willing to work 24-hour shifts, with compensation structure based on flat-rate daily pay and holiday rates.
• Availability for multiple shifts, including holidays recognized by law.
• Vaccination exemptions accepted with proper documentation.
• All travel expenses (airfare, lodging, rental car, mileage) covered when applicable.
• Orientation rate of $250/hour.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to excellence in patient care. We encourage highly qualified candidates to apply now and step into a pivotal role that offers both professional growth and meaningful impact.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife