Gastroenterologist

Foundation Physician Medical Group; Grass Valley (CA); On-site; USD 589,500 - 720,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing Incentive up to $40,000

Relocation Incentive up to $20,000

Eight weeks of time off per year

CME reimbursement

Paid malpractice

401(k) match/contribution up to 11% of salary

Job summary

Foundation Physician Medical Group in Grass Valley, CA is seeking a Gastroenterologist to join a respected practice within Dignity Health. You will enjoy a salary guarantee of $655,000 per year, plus a signing incentive of $40,000 and significant benefits including eight weeks off annually.

The role entails providing comprehensive care and working alongside three experienced physicians in a collaborative environment. Applicants must be board certified/eligible and hold an active California medical license.

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterologist with a passion for high-quality digestive care.
• Completion of an accredited postgraduate training program is required.
• Active and eligible medical license in California.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive gastroenterological care in a busy clinic and endoscopy center.
• Participate in a shared call schedule (1:4) with anesthesia support.
• Collaborate effectively with experienced colleagues within the practice.

Skills

Board Certified/Board Eligible

Strong clinical skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Completion of an accredited postgraduate training program

Active medical license in California

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Gastroenterologist, you will join Dignity Health Medical Group – Sierra Nevada, a multi‑specialty medical group aligned with Dignity Health. You will play a pivotal role in a well‑respected and long‑standing gastroenterology practice located in the beautiful Sierra Nevada Foothills of Grass Valley, CA. This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with three experienced physicians in a group that has been serving the community for over 25 years.

You will provide expert clinical care within a collegial, family‑like environment, serving a busy GI Clinic and Endoscopy Center that receives over 600 referrals per month. Your practice will involve shared call (1:4) with 24/7 anesthesia availability, offering a flexible schedule with ample opportunity for work‑life balance. Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, a CMS 5‑star rated facility with a Leapfrog “A” safety grade and Top Rural Hospital designation for 2023 & 2024, provides coverage. ERCP skills are optional, and you will contribute to serving a catchment population of over 100,000, attracting patients from surrounding towns like Auburn, Roseville, Truckee, and Yuba City.

To be successful in this role, you will be a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterologist with a passion for delivering high‑quality digestive care, strong clinical skills, and a commitment to working within a collaborative practice in a vibrant community known for its outdoor recreation and excellent lifestyle opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive gastroenterological care in a busy clinic and endoscopy center.
• Participate in a shared call schedule (1:4) with anesthesia support.
• Collaborate effectively with experienced colleagues within the practice.
• Contribute to the continued success and reputation of a well‑established group.

Incentives and Benefits

• Excellent income potential with a Salary Guarantee of $655,000 per year, plus call pay and productivity incentive.
• Signing Incentive up to $40,000.
• Relocation Incentive up to $20,000.
• Student Loan Repayment Incentive Available, and a PSLF‑Eligible employer.
• Eight weeks of time off per year, plus CME reimbursement and paid malpractice.
• Robust benefits package including group‑paid medical and dental insurance options (with HSA contribution) and a significant company 401(k) match/contribution of up to 11% of salary.

Job Requirements

• Active and eligible medical license in the state of California.
• Board eligible or board certified in specified area of medical specialty (ABMS or AOA).
• Completion of an accredited postgraduate training program.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem‑solving skills.

Where You’ll Work

Dignity Health Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital is a 104‑bed not‑for‑profit hospital located in Grass Valley, California. The hospital has been providing compassionate, quality health care to residents and visitors of western Nevada County since 1958. As an affiliate of the nationally recognized Dignity Health system, we ensure the highest standard of health care to our patients and have access to important regional resources throughout the system, including the Dignity Health Heart & Vascular Institute, the Dignity Health Neurological Institute of Northern California and the Dignity Health Cancer Institute of Greater Sacramento. The natural beauty of Nevada County, combined with the area’s rich history and economic vitality, provides an appealing quality of life that is highly valued by residents and visitors alike.