Gastroenterologist - Physician Led team! Open to J1 / H1B

Gastroenterologist Opportunity In West Plains, MO

A large healthcare system seeks a Gastroenterologist to work in the West Plains, MO area! Live in the Ozarks of Missouri!! Join us in the beautiful Missouri Ozarks! We are seeking compassionate BE/BC Gastroenterologist who is interested in building a GI practice. Our ideal candidate would have clinical interests in all aspects of gastroenterology. Advanced endoscopy procedures such as ERCP would be welcome. This exciting opportunity would allow you to be an integral part of the expansion of our highly diverse and successful medical staff.

Come make a difference within a growing team of providers that focus to enhance the lives they serve and value learning and growth!

Our company is committed to providing the best and safest care, while creating a warm, inviting environment for their patients, family members, and caregivers. We have over 1,000 employees, serving an eight-county area in south-central Missouri and north-central Arkansas. We have a 100+-bed acute care hospital, eight family medicine clinics, and 15 specialty clinics, along with complete rehabilitation and home care services. We are accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations.

Gastroenterologist Benefits and Features:

• Competitive salary based on MGMA standards
• $25,000 sign on bonus
• $10,000 relocation reimbursement
• Monthly educational stipend while you complete your training
• Student loan support up to $100,000
• Up to $4,500 for CME's and professional license fees, dues and journals.
• 8 Weeks of Paid Time Off annually
• Hospital provides malpractice and tail coverage
• Benefits include: health, dental, vision, life, long and short term disability, AD&D,
• 403B matching up to 3% after one year.
• 457 plan "Top Hat Plan" max contribution of $18,000 per year.

Gastroenterologist Role:

West Plains, MO is in an underserved area and we do accept J1 and H1B applicants. We are also located in the Delta Regional Authority which has no limit on J1 waivers and there is no waiver application deadline.

About the Area:

West Plains, MO, located in south-central Missouri, is nestled within the "Heart of the Ozarks", (near Springfield & Branson, MO). Whether you're looking for big-city conveniences, entertainment, and amenities or the appeal of small-town values and charms – an A-Plus education for your children or a place to build your practice and watch it grow – you'll find it here, in West Plains.

West Plains is the county seat of Howell County and has a population of 12,000. This is a 7.7% increase since 2000. The largest city within a 100-mile radius, West Plains is the trade center for south-central Missouri. More than 125,00 people shop in the area and retail sales have averaged an 8 percent growth rate annually, pumping 225 million dollars into the local economy.

West Plains, Mo. has been selected as one of America's 10 Best Small Towns in 2013 by Livability.com, a national website that ranks America's most livable small and mid-sized cities based on quality of life. Livability.com referenced West Plains' ability to attract "nature lovers, entrepreneurs, and families searching for an authentic small-town" as one of the reasons for its selection. It also mentioned the city's Ozarks Small Business Incubator and its Governor's Award recognition, the city's extensive park system, the historic downtown Courthouse Square, the West Plains Civic Center, the city's antique stores, the annual Old-Time Music/Ozark Heritage Festival, and its proximity to rivers, lakes, and streams.

Other national accolades:

• 2013 #9 Best Small Town in America by Livability.com
• 2014 MSU-WP #6 Best Community College by Washington Monthly
• 2014 West Plains School District -Top 10 Percent Missouri Academic Performance
• 2014 Old-Time Music Ozark Heritage Festival Top 100 Event by American Bus Association
• 2015 Top 10 Missouri Commuter Cities by Obrella
• 2015 Top 10 Best Towns for Retirees in Missouri by Niche.com
• 2015 Top 20 Best Towns to Raise a Family in Missouri by Niche.com
• 2015 Top 25 Best Small Towns in Missouri by Niche.com