Gastroenterologist

OSF HealthCare; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

H1b visa sponsorship

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is assembling a gastroenterology team at St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. This practice will be supported by four gastroenterologists, two advanced practice providers, and a large referral base from area primary care physicians.

The ideal candidate is ERCP-trained or willing to learn, participates in a 1:4 call schedule, and qualifies for H1B visa sponsorship. This is a hospital-based opportunity with Magnet status in a thriving central-Illinois community.

Qualifications

• Current physician licensed to practice medicine in Illinois.
• Board certification or eligibility in Gastroenterology.
• Eligible for Medicare/Medicaid participation and other federal programs.
• ERCP training preferred but not required.

Skills

Gastroenterology

ERCP trained

Education

Board certified/Board eligible in Gastroenterology

Job description

JOB SPECIFICS

• OSF St. Joseph Medical Center is building a gastroenterology group for the future to meet our patient and referring physician demands.
• An additional gastroenterologist will continue to build this practice with the support of four gastroenterologists, two advanced practice providers, and a referral base of over 70 primary care physicians in the Bloomington and Pontiac area.
• ERCP trained preferable
• Call Schedule 1:4
• Visa Sponsorship Available: H1b visa sponsorship options are available.

THE COMMUNITY

Bloomington-Normal, Illinois

• Six years in a row, OSF has been recognized on the Forbes list of Best Employers by State.
• OSF HealthCare St. Joseph Medical Center, is a Magnet designated hospital located in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, a 149-bed, not-for-profit, Level II Trauma Center. style=\"background-color: #ffffff; color: #333333;\">.
• Known as the \"Twin Cities\" of central Illinois, Bloomington-Normal is the perfect setting for those seeking an urban lifestyle in a country setting. Centrally located between Chicago, St. Louis and Indianapolis, the Twin Cities sit on the crossroads of the largest interstates in Illinois: I-74, I-55 and I-39.
• As the corporate home of both State Farm Insurance and COUNTRY Financial, the residents of Bloomington-Normal also enjoy a diverse and robust economy.
• Illinois State University and Illinois Wesleyan University are located here as are numerous local community and technical schools.
• Voted one of the top 15 best small cities in America - Pheabs Data Report - Top 15 Best Small Cities in America | Pheabs

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Physician Licensed to practice medicine in current state.
• Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and the State of Illinois to prescribe narcotics, if applicable.
• Board certified or board eligible in the appropriate specialty(ies). Obtain and maintain medical staff membership and appropriate privileges.
• Must be eligible as a provider for Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs.
• Physician shall meet all qualifications to participate in OSF's programs for professional malpractice and other liability coverage.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care aligned to the preferences, goals, and needs of the patients served

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.