Gastroenterologist

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

PTO and CME time

401k with match

Job summary

As our Gastroenterologist, you will join Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group in Lufkin, TX, delivering expert care within a growing gastroenterology practice.

You will manage complex GI conditions, perform advanced endoscopy, and contribute to program growth in a community-focused setting. The role requires BC/BE status, Texas license or eligibility, and completion of ACGME residency and fellowship, plus ABMS certification and BLS.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology.
• Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain before employment.
• Completion of ACGME Gastroenterology residency and fellowship.
• American Board Certification and active BLS.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical care in advanced gastroenterology, including management of complex GI conditions.
• Contribute to growth and development of the gastroenterology division within Baylor St. Luke's Health.
• Potentially invest and partner in a joint venture ambulatory surgery center.
• Perform advanced endoscopic procedures including ERCP, EUS, and EMR.
• Some on-call duties will be required.
• Work with Epic EMR system.
• Enjoy the benefit of no state income tax.

Skills

Gastroenterology expertise

Clinical care excellence

Endoscopy knowledge

Education

Gastroenterology fellowship

ACGME residency

Texas license or eligibility

American Board Certification

BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Gastroenterologist, you will join our growing practice at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group in Lufkin, TX. You will play a pivotal role in the success and development of our Gastroenterology practice.

Every day you will provide expert clinical care in advanced gastroenterology, including management of complex gastrointestinal conditions, diagnostic evaluations, and therapeutic interventions.

To be successful in this role, you will be a BC/BE Gastroenterologist with a passion for helping patients, strong clinical skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality comprehensive care within a busy community-focused practice.

• Provide expert clinical care in advanced gastroenterology, including management of complex gastrointestinal conditions, diagnostic evaluations, and therapeutic interventions.
• Contribute to the growth and development of the gastroenterology division within Baylor St. Luke's Health.
• Potential option to invest and partner in joint venture ambulatory surgery center.
• Role involves performing advanced endoscopic procedures including ERCP, EUS, and EMR.
• Some call will be required
• Epic EMR
• Enjoy the benefit of no state income tax!

We are offering a competitive base salary that includes guaranteed base salary, production and quality incentives, CME allowance, sign-on bonus and relocation assistance, as well as 30 days off including time for sick leave, PTO and CME. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401k with match.

Job Requirements

Required:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
• Active or eligible license in the state of Texas, or ability to obtain prior to employment
• Completion of ACGME Residency and Gastroenterology fellowship
• American Board Certification and active BLS

Where You'll Work

About Lufkin, TX

Nestled in the heart of East Texas, Lufkin blends small-town charm with genuine hospitality and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy scenic trails, local eateries, family-friendly neighborhoods, and a growing economy supported by diverse industries. With its welcoming atmosphere and affordable cost of living, Lufkin is an ideal place to build a career, raise a family and make a lasting impact.

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group, a member of CommonSpirit Health, builds on more than 50 years of medical excellence and innovation. Through our network of multi-specialty physicians and clinicians, we provide compassionate, high-quality care across 5,000 square miles of Southeast Texas. Our clinicians are dedicated to long-term patient relationships and a patient-centered approach that integrates advanced technology with whole-person care - body, mind and spirit.

About CommonSpirit Health

We are part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care. With its national office in Chicago and a team of approximately 150,000 employees and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, CommonSpirit Health operates 142 hospitals and more than 700 care sites across 21 states. Learn more at www.commonspirit.org