Gastroenterology Job in Columbus, Georgia
Build the Region's Premier Inpatient GI Program | 7on/7off Lifestyle
Company:ScionHealth
Profession/Specialty:Gastroenterology
Location:Columbus, Georgia, United States
Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent
Pay Type:Annual Salary
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Job Description
St. Francis-Emory Healthcare is seeking a BC/BE Gastroenterologist to launch and lead our new GI Hospitalist Program. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of inpatient GI services within a growing health system while maintaining an exceptional work-life balance. Join a collegial medical staff, established GI support team, and a hospital committed to investing in physician leadership, growth, and clinical excellence.
Position Highlights:
- 7 on/7 off schedule
- Practice coordinated by APP support and ambulatory-focused provider
- Focus exclusively on consults, procedures (inpatient and outpatient), and inpatient management
- Dedicated support allowing physicians to practice at the top of their license
- Comprehensive APP Support — our advanced practice providers assist with inpatient consults, follow-up care, care coordination, and discharge planning
- Robust Procedural Practice
- High-volume endoscopy program — 3000 active patient base
- ERCP opportunities available based on training and interest
- Strong referral base from hospitalists, intensivists, oncology, surgery, and emergency medicine
- Faculty appointment opportunities with the St. Francis Internal Medicine Residency Program and/or teach residents and participate in clinical education if desired
- Physician-Led Culture: direct access to hospital leadership; ability to help design workflows and establish best practices for a new service line; opportunity to influence program growth and future GI recruitment
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive guaranteed base salary
- Additional productivity bonus based on wRVUs
- Quality incentive opportunities
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- CME allowance and paid CME time
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and retirement benefits
- Paid malpractice coverage including tail coverage
What We're Looking For:
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
- Advanced endoscopic skills welcomed
- Commitment to patient-centered care and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Interest in building and growing an innovative inpatient/outpatient GI program
- Passion for teaching and mentoring physicians in training
Why Columbus?
Columbus, Georgia offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and quality of life. Enjoy:
- Top-rated public and private schools
- Vibrant downtown riverfront district
- Outdoor recreation on the Chattahoochee River
- Easy access to Atlanta and the Gulf Coast
- Lower cost of living than most metropolitan markets
- Strong military and business community
Why St. Francis-Emory Healthcare?
At St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, physicians are more than providers—they are leaders. As we continue expanding specialty services across the region, we are investing in physicians who want to build programs, teach future providers, and make a lasting impact on the communities they serve.
If you are looking for more than just another employed position and want the opportunity to help shape the future of inpatient gastroenterology, we invite you to join us!
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About St. Francis-Emory Healthcare
Founded in 1950, St. Francis is a community hospital in Columbus, Georgia. What began as a 154-bed hospital is now a 376-bed facility employing more than 2,700 employees and 300 physicians. In addition to a full range of inpatient, outpatient and emergency room services, St. Francis offers the only open heart surgery program in the area.
Since the first patient was admitted in 1950, St. Francis has fervently served the community and region, providing outstanding, compassionate care from one generation to the next. Recognized as the area's finest health care provider, St. Francis continues to reach for the highest standards in quality and safety to offer its patients the best possible care.
In 2011, the hospital broke ground on its largest expansion project. Two years later, the St. Francis Heart Hospital and the Sue Marie Turner Women's Hospital opened, the latter of which brought obstetrical services back to the hospital.