Gastroenterologist

Job ID: 420558Company: AscensionLocation: Kokomo, IndianaEmployment type: Full-timeCategory: Physicians and PractitionersDetails: AMG Kokomo Dixon Rd POB; View email address on click.appcast.io; Full Time; Physician; Day; On-site; Ascension Medical Group; Specialists - GastroenterologyPosted: 2025-10-13Your future role at a glance Location: Kokomo, Indiana Facility Name : Ascension St Vincent Kokomo Schedule: Full time Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance Productivity incentives: (RVU / Quality) CME allowance + dedicated CME days Malpractice coverage with tail This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunityAscension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more How you'll make an impact in this role The role would primarily focus on meeting the needs in the outpatient setting with a strong referral base, large employer-health clinic and very little GI competition. Inpatient load would be minimized by highly-skilled and engaged 24/7 hospitalists who manage all the admissions and discharges. Join an established team Call structure: Cap on call at 1:6 Practice setting: Inpatient/Outpatient/ mix Universal admission service by 24/7/365 in-house BC/BE hospitalists Large outpatient referral base Employed position within a nonprofit health system Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration Provide medical services to patients in an assigned area. Evaluate and treat patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinate discharge planning with case management. Recommend, participate in, and work to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients Opportunities for leadership available We are open to recent graduates as well as veteran physicians, Candidate must be Board Eligible or Board Certified About the Facility 117 bed hospital Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo operates an Emergency Department that provides 24/7 emergency care Serving a population of approximately 82,000 Integrated referral network Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system Why Physicians Choose Ascension Physician-led, collaborative culture Long-term practice stability National network with local autonomy Mission-centered care rooted in service What minimum qualifications you'll needLicensure / Certification / Registration:Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Indiana Medical Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.Education:Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.What additional preferences you'll need #LI-DC1 Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.Visa EligibilityH1-B Visa Eligible