Lead Physician - Gastroenterologist | Austin, Texas

Central Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Austin, Texas, is seeking a skilled gastroenterologist to provide care in the underserved community. The role involves direct patient care, conducting GI endoscopies, and designing workflows for improving care access. Responsibilities include consultations, diagnosing and treating patients, and possibly supervising advanced practice providers. Candidates should have an M.D or D.O degree with board certification in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology along with relevant clinical experience. This is a full-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• M.D or D.O degree with Board Certification (or Board Eligibility if within 2 years of residency) in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.
• 2 years of Clinical Experience required.
• 4 years Clinical Experience with 2 years in leadership/mentorship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct gastroenterology consultations, endoscopy procedures, and e-reviews in an outpatient clinic.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests to assess patient conditions.
• Prescribe medications and provide treatment recommendations.

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Patient communication

Leadership and mentorship

Diagnosis and treatment planning

Workflow design

Education

M.D or D.O degree with Board Certification in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology

Job description

Overview

JOB SUMMARY

Central Health is seeking a skilled gastroenterologist to join their expanding team and provide care to the underserved community in Travis County. The role involves providing direct patient care and performing GI endoscopies. Additionally, the gastroenterologist will complete e-consults and e-reviews in an outpatient clinic setting as required.

In this position, the gastroenterologist will play a crucial role in designing clinical workflows aimed at improving access to care, supporting evidence-based practices, and enhancing overall efficiency. This role also includes serving as an attending physician for learners at various levels and potentially supervising advanced practice providers.

As a valued member of a multidisciplinary team, the gastroenterologist will collaborate closely with patients to jointly improve their quality of life. This is a full-time outpatient clinical role that involves direct clinical sessions, divided between ambulatory visits, e-consults/reviews, and conducting endoscopies. Ten percent of clinical time is allocated to administrative tasks.

This position is considered on site.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Conducts gastroenterology consultations, endoscopy procedures, e-consults, and e-reviews in an outpatient clinic setting.

Orders and interprets various tests and diagnostic imaging to gain insights into the patient's condition.

Offers diagnoses and treatment for diseases, disorders, and injuries based on a patient's medical history and physical assessment results. Refers patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for specialized care when necessary.

Prescribes medications and recommends referrals for treatment and preventative healthcare.

Provides patients and their families with instructions on procedures, at-home care, and follow-up visits.

Directs and supervises Advanced Practice Providers as needed.

Helps design clinical workflows aimed at enhancing access to care, promoting evidence-based practices, and optimizing efficiency.

Actively communicates with others in a clear, understandable, and professional manner in person and on the phone.

Collaborates with Central Health's operations and clinical leadership to foster a cohesive and team-oriented environment.

Demonstrates strong management skills, including efficient work planning, organization, and adherence to deadlines, with a focus on key priorities.

Offers strong decision-making skills, especially in clinical matters.

Contributes to yearly assessments of team members with guidance from the Practice Leader.

Plans, promotes, demonstrates, recommends, and coordinates high standards of medical practice.

Supports, leads, and models the vision, mission, and values of Central Health

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Education Level

Education Details

Required/Preferred

M.D or D.O degree with Board Certification (or Board Eligibility if within 2 years of residency) in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.

Required

Work Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Required/Preferred

2 years of Clinical Experience

Required

4 years Clinical Experience with 2-year in leadership/mentorship experience

Preferred