GI Hospitalist Position Available with Established GI Program in South Carolina

Job Description

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity for a GI Hospitalist in South Carolina

We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Gastroenterologist to join our established GI Program at a nonprofit healthcare system in South Carolina. This is an inpatient-only role with a 7 on, 7 off schedule, where the physician will work every other week from Monday to Monday, focusing solely on inpatient cases and procedures.

This position will enhance our well-regarded General and Advanced GI program located in Florence, SC. Our organization serves as the primary provider of advanced and general gastroenterology services for over 1 million patients from the Midlands to the coast of North and South Carolina. We are dedicated to the field of Gastroenterology and boast a large, well-equipped Endoscopy lab featuring numerous general and advanced procedure rooms, supported by dedicated Anesthesiologists and CRNAs. Additionally, we offer specialized GI space in the operating room.

Key Features of the Position:

• State-of-the-art facilities
• Relocation assistance available
• Support from 8 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) for both hospital and office settings, available 7 days a week
• APPs handle first call responsibilities
• Locum coverage provided for most weekends and holidays
• Physician-led practice environment

This role involves providing 7 days of inpatient services, with 10 hours on-site and 14 hours of unrestricted call coverage each day. This is a fantastic opportunity to focus exclusively on inpatient care, including hospital patients and emergency room consultations. The position comes with benefits such as paid malpractice insurance, a CME allowance, sign-on bonuses, competitive salary, and comprehensive health and retirement benefits.

Support and Resources:

Our organization, a 517-bed nonprofit hospital in Florence, SC, is recognized as a regional leader in medical excellence. We utilize the latest technology and equipment, including the largest Endoscopy lab in the region. Recently, we transitioned to the EPIC system across all departments. Our Gastroenterology team benefits from dedicated Anesthesia and CRNA support in both the Endo lab and the operating room.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree
• Completion of an Internal Medicine Residency, board eligible or board certified
• Completion of a Gastroenterology Fellowship, board eligible or board certified. We welcome new graduates to apply.

Our organization has been recognized for its commitment to patient safety and quality care. We have received top honors in various categories from Healthgrades, a leading online resource for physician and hospital information. Furthermore, our hospitals have earned an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group, underscoring our dedication to prioritizing patient safety and minimizing preventable harm.

According to U.S. News & World Report, Florence, SC ranks #3 among the Best Places to Live in South Carolina. The report provides insights into education, real estate, and living costs in the area, along with rankings of local high schools, demographic details, and highlights Florence as a growing center for shopping, recreation, and entertainment.

For those interested in exploring this opportunity further, please reach out to us with your CV. We encourage you to learn more about our healthcare system and the community we serve.