Gastroenterology Physician

GI Hospitalist opening in Texas - Visa EligibleLocated in Beaumont, TX - Houston 85mFull-time; PermanentEmployedSeeking BC/BEH1/J! Visa AssistanceOverview: - Patient Volume: Manage 15-18 patients per day, including admissions, daily care, and discharges. - Consultations: Provide inpatient GI consults for patients with gastrointestinal conditions, often in collaboration with intensivists and other specialists. - ICU Involvement: Engage with a 10-bed closed ICU and an 11-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU). - Procedural Responsibilities: Perform GI procedures including EGD, colonoscopy, and ERCP. Advanced procedures like EUS are not currently supported. - Team Structure: Currently supported by locum tenens; this position will anchor a new permanent inpatient GI service model. A dedicated APP will support consults, with the physician focusing on procedures. - Support Staff: Includes dedicated RNs, LVNs, endoscopy nurses, and anesthesia staff. Clinic scribes also available. - EMR System: Epic Scheduling & Call: - Work Schedule: 7 on / 7 off model - Weekend Coverage: Required; rounds followed by home call - Night Call: Emergency only, home call - Holiday Coverage: Shared equally among providers Comp/Benefits: - Competitive Salary - Relocation & Sign-On Bonus - Balanced professional and personal lifestyle - Quality Bonus - Time away from practice - CME allowance - Malpractice with tail coverage - Retirement with employer match - Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits About the Facility: - Not-for-profit health care system serving the needs of its communities for more than 117 years - 431-bed acute care and trauma center - Nationally recognized physicians working at the forefront of research, clinical trials, treatment, and care - Designated as the area's only Level III Trauma Center About the Area:Beaumont, TX, with a population of around 113,000 residents, is a welcoming city located in Southeast Texas near the Louisiana border. Known for its rich oil history and cultural heritage, Beaumont offers residents a variety of recreational opportunities, including exploring the Big Thicket National Preserve, enjoying boating and fishing along the Neches River, and visiting local museums and art centers. The city's historic downtown features unique shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions that reflect its character and history. Conveniently situated about 85 miles east of Houston, Beaumont provides easy access to big-city amenities while maintaining the friendly atmosphere and relaxed pace of a Gulf Coast community.