Gastroenterologist

Centra Health; Farmville (VA); On-site; USD 540,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

CME Stipend and Days

Malpractice insurance

403(b) Retirement account contribution

Job summary

Centra Health is looking for a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Gastroenterologist to join their team at Southside Community Hospital in Farmville, Virginia. This position offers a competitive compensation package of $600k per year, along with a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

The ideal candidate will have completed their medical degree, residency in Gastroenterology, and possess at least 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include a variety of patient care and administrative tasks in a high-performing, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of medical degree and residency training in Gastroenterology.
• MD/DO with certification by an American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) board.
• 5 years’ experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients to obtain information on medical condition and risk.
• Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, and other medical care.
• Monitor patients' conditions and reevaluate treatments as necessary.

Skills

Gastroenterology expertise

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Education

Medical degree

Residency training in Gastroenterology

Job description

Introduction

Step into a high-performing, patient-centered environment where your expertise is valued and your work is supported. Centra Medical Group is seeking a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Gastroenterologist to join our team at Southside Community Hospital, located in Farmville, Virginia.

Location & Community

This opportunity in Farmville can truly set you up to make a difference and be a vital part of the community in a way that metro-area practices can’t always provide. It’s also a chance for you to advance your own quality of life. Our community offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, arts and entertainment opportunities and a unique shopping venue in the historic downtown district. A charming, collegiate atmosphere is what you will find here! Home to Longwood University and Hampden-Sydney College, Farmville is an easy drive to metropolitan areas including Lynchburg, Richmond, Charlottesville and Washington, D.C. and less than an hour drive to the Blue Ridge Mountains and a morning drive to the coast.

Schedule & Clinical Expectations

• Monday‑Friday, 8 am‑4 pm
• Pager call daily 8 am‑4 pm + 10 days/month of 24/7 call + 1 weekend
• Procedure days every morning 8 am‑12 pm M‑F + Wednesday 12 pm‑4 pm (caseload approx 11‑15/day)
• Clinic in the afternoons 4 days/week, seeing approximately 8 patients/day
• Annual scope volume approx 2,200/year
• Practice fully supported by nurses and 2 APPs
• High volumes with 2‑4 new in‑patient consults/day, which may require follow‑up
• BC/BE Gastroenterology Physician
• ERCP experience a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: $600 k /year
• Sign‑On Bonus of $45 k
• Relocation up to $15 k
• Allowable Time Off (ATO) of 224 hours/year
• CME Stipend and Days: $7,500 and 5 days
• Malpractice insurance and medical/vision/dental coverage
• Matching 403(b) Retirement account contribution – immediate vesting

Responsibilities

• Examines patient to obtain information on medical condition and risk
• Prescribes or administers treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury
• Makes referrals to other physicians, specialists, therapists or hospitals when appropriate
• Orders, performs, and interprets tests and analyzes records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients' condition
• Collects, records, and maintains patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results
• Analyzes patient's medical history to verify medical necessity and to determine best procedure and/or recommendations
• Monitors patients' conditions and progress and reevaluates treatments as necessary
• Explains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patients
• Designs individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments
• Meets or exceeds CMS requirements and all other applicable regulatory requirements and standards
• Dictates and completes charting in electronic medical reports per Centra policy
• Performs all aspects of professional services for assigned service as required
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Completion of medical degree and residency training in Gastroenterology.
• MD/DO with certification by an American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) board in physician’s primary specialty. Must be Board Certified or in the process of certifying.
• 5 years’ experience preferred.

EEO Statement

Centra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status.