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Gastroenterology Job in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Gastroenterologist | High Volume Practice | Established GI Team (Hattiesburg, MS)

Company:Community Health Systems

Profession/Specialty:Gastroenterology

Location:Hattiesburg, Mississippi, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

Build On an Established Practice with Immediate Volume, Strong Support, and a Built-In Mentorship Opportunity

Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg, Mississippi is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterologist to join an established, busy practice with significant immediate volume and growth potential.


Two physicians in the current GI group are retiring at the end of the year, creating an excellent opportunity to step into an established patient base rather than build from scratch. Work alongside an experienced gastroenterologist who can provide mentorship and support as you grow your practice.

Highlights

  • Established, high-volume GI practice with significant growth opportunity
  • Approximately 90% outpatient / 10% inpatient
  • APP support in clinic and 12 ORs
  • Full Hospitalist coverage for inpatient care
  • General GI procedures; ERCP available if desired
  • Opportunity to work with and mentor residents
  • Competitive base salary + productivity incentives
  • Commencement and relocation bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits, CME, dues and subscription allowances
  • Licensing and board certification support
  • Fellowship stipend available for physicians still in training
  • J-1 Visa sponsorship available

Clinic Hours: Monday–Thursday 7:30 AM–5:00 PM; Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM


Why Hattiesburg? Build a thriving GI practice with immediate volume, strong clinical support, experienced mentorship, and the flexibility to shape your practice for the future—all in a welcoming Mississippi community.


Join a practice where the volume is already there—and the opportunity is yours to grow.

About the Hospital

Merit Health Wesley is a 211-bed acute care hospital located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The hospital provides comprehensive medical and surgical services, emergency care, and specialty services to residents of South Mississippi. Merit Health Wesley continues to evolve to meet the changing healthcare needs of the region while maintaining a commitment to compassionate, quality care.

Community

Hattiesburg is a regional hub in southern Mississippi with a population of approximately 45,000 and is home to The University of Southern Mississippi. Known as “The Hub City,” Hattiesburg offers a low cost of living, access to major Gulf Coast and regional cities, and cultural attractions, including museums, theaters, and historic landmarks.

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About Merit Health Wesley

Merit Health Wesley is a state-of-the-art medical facility located on a beautiful campus in the heart of Hattiesburg, Mississippi. At Merit Health Wesley, you'll find the care and treatment you need for all the situations of your life from a broken bone to a cardiac cath. And a family of professional caregivers that is not only committed to providing you with the right care but also with giving the compassion and comfort you deserve.

The hospital is a dynamic entity, continually changing and growing in size, service and scope to meet the needs of South Mississippi. Even with these changes, one thing has, and always will, remained the same: our commitment to providing compassionate, quality healthcare for the changing needs in your life.

Merit Health Wesley is a 211-bed medical facility located in Hattiesburg, MS and is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). Services include 24-hour Emergency Services, Comprehensive Cardiac Care, Home Health Services, Rehabilitation Services, Pediatrics, Work Well Occupational Medicine, Sub-acute Transitional Care Unit, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, The Hip and Knee Institute at Wesley, Institute for Wellness and Sports Medicine, Women's Services, Neonatal Intensive Care, The Birth Center, Outpatient Surgery, VA Clinic and Pain Medicine Services.

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