Physician (Gastroenterologist)

Health eCareers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Education debt repayment assistance

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Houston, TX, is seeking a skilled Gastroenterologist to join their team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive patient care, perform various gastrointestinal procedures, and contribute to patient education. Competitive salary between $300,000 to $400,000 annually along with sign-on bonuses and assistance for education debt. This role is centered within a state-of-the-art facility known for its commitment to quality healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must be a board-certified physician with expertise in Gastroenterology.
• Experience in performing outpatient and inpatient GI consultations.
• Ability to diagnose and manage patients effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform inpatient and outpatient GI consultations.
• Conduct upper endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures.
• Participate in direct patient care and multidisciplinary collaborations.

Skills

Patient management

Gastroenterology expertise

Endoscopic procedures

Patient education

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

Houston, TX, is a beautiful place to live and work. Houston is famous for its role in space exploration, as it is home to NASA. It is also known for its diverse and vibrant culture, which is reflected in its culinary scene, museums, and green spaces. Houston has a reputation for being an entertainment hub, with events like the rodeo, live concerts, and sports games. Galveston is a short drive from Houston where you can enjoy the beach, trails, and fishing spots.

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About Houston

Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center is a teaching hospital that provides a full range of services, with state‑of‑the‑art technology as well as education and research. The medical center is on a 119‑acre campus that features 350 acute care beds. We provide health care services at 12 locations in southeast Texas.

Work Schedule: To be discussed with the hiring official during the interview process

Estimated salary: $300,000 to $400,000 per year, commensurate with experience

Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus): May be approved for a highly qualified applicant

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – Assistance with payment of outstanding medical school loans up to $200K over 5 years max

Preferred Candidate Experience / Expertise In

• Clinic services include patient examinations, patient education for procedure preparation, contacting patients with procedure results, and consulting triaging
• Diagnose, treat, and manage patients according to standard and acceptable methods and techniques
• Provide services such as outpatient examinations, consultation services related to Gastroenterology and management of patients with current treatment regimens
• Examination of patient and establish medical diagnoses based on patient history, physical examination, and other criteria
• Perform inpatient and outpatient GI consultations
• Perform upper endoscopy & related procedures (dilatation, sclerotherapy, injection or thermal hemostasis, foreign body removal, mucosal biopsy, polypectomy, percutaneous gastrostomy/jejunostomy)
• Colonoscopies and related procedures (dilatation, sclerotherapy, injection or thermal hemostasis, foreign body removal, mucosal biopsy, polypectomy, colonic decompression)
• Flexible sigmoidoscopy & proctoscopy with mucosal biopsy (certification in colonoscopy indicates certification in this category, separate reporting not necessary)
• Esophageal stent insertion
• Participate in committees and review processes
• Involved in direct patient care, patient and family teaching, staff education and multidisciplinary consultations and collaborations

Compensation Information

$300,000.0 / Annually - $300,000.0 / Annually