Gastroenterology Physician

JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Gastroenterologist
• Job Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
• Location: Mountain Home, AR
• Service Setting: Outpatient/ Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
• Clinical Shift Schedule: M-F; 9am- 5pm
• Call Schedule: 10 days of call per month & weekend call 1:4
PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adults
• Patient Volume/Census: TBD
FACILITY INFORMATION
• Clinic within 0.5 mile of Hospital and GI Lab
• Office equipment available: 4 procedure rooms in Endoscopy, State-of-the-Art Equipment
• Support Staff Available: 2 GI physicians (willing to mentor ERCP), full clinic support team, including clinical educators and nursing staff
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: No (100% outpatient)
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Salary: $700,000 base salary plus production bonus opportunity
• Bonuses: Commencement bonus
• Relocation: Assistance provided
• Loan Repayment: Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Insurance:
- Professional Liability Insurance
- Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan: Included
• Continuing Medical Education (CME): Allowance included
• Additional Perks: New specialty service line, supportive infrastructure
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Arkansas medical license (or eligibility to obtain)
• Certifications: Board Certified/Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
• Experience: Preferred but not required for qualified candidates
• Other Qualifications:
- Strong interest in building a new specialty service line
- Excellent communication and collaborative skills
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with gastrointestinal and digestive disorders in clinic and hospital settings
• Perform endoscopic procedures including EGD, colonoscopy, and other diagnostic and therapeutic GI interventions
• Provide inpatient consultations and participate in a shared call schedule
• Collaborate with experienced Gastroenterologists, certified GI nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care
• Utilize advanced endoscopy equipment and technology to provide high-quality GI services
• Support the growth and development of the Gastroenterology service line while maintaining excellent patient outcomes and satisfaction