Gastroenterologist
Location: Morehead, KY
Facility: St. Claire HealthCare
Opportunity Overview:
St. Claire HealthCare is excited to offer a rewarding opportunity for a Gastroenterologist to join our rapidly growing health system. With our gastroenterology service experiencing substantial growth over the past year, we are seeking a skilled and motivated physician to become part of our team. This position offers a hospital-employed role with excellent quality of life and the opportunity to collaborate with prestigious academic institutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive gastroenterological care in a dynamic and expanding practice.
- Collaborate with the University of Kentucky and University of Pikeville through a Community Faculty Appointment to mentor medical students and residents.
- Engage in a patient-centered approach with a focus on high-quality care and outcomes.
St. Claire HealthCare Overview:
- Serving an 11-county area with a population of over 160,000 people.
- A mission-oriented, not-for-profit organization with a 159-bed modern facility.
- Provides patient care with over 30,000 ED visits annually.
- Newly constructed 81,000 sq ft Medical Pavilion dedicated to medicine and surgical specialties.
- Partners with the University of Kentucky and Morehead State University on a $30 Million Center for Health Education and Research.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary guarantee transitioning to a quality/RVU-based production model.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance.
- Retirement options including 401k, 403b, and 457 plans.
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
- Generous CME time and compensation, averaging approximately 5-6 weeks of time off.
- Signing bonus, loan repayment assistance, and moving expenses.
Community Highlights:
- Located in a vibrant university town, just one hour from Lexington, KY, and Huntington, WV.
- Two hours from Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH.
- Enjoy proximity to the scenic Daniel Boone National Forest.
- Access to outdoor activities including hiking, biking, boating, fishing, camping, and water sports at nearby Cave Run Lake.
- Experience a rich cultural scene with theatre productions, art displays, concert recitals, and festivals.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a growing, supportive healthcare team in a progressive and mission-driven organization.
- Benefit from a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and academic involvement.
- Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with access to both natural beauty and cultural amenities in a beautiful, university town setting.
St. Claire HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.