Gastroenterologist

Position Summary

Orlando Health’s Digestive Health Institute is seeking board‑certified/board‑eligible Gastroenterologists to join a growing and dynamic team at Sebastian River Hospital serving Florida’s Treasure Coast. This position is ideal for candidates who desire a balanced schedule of clinic and procedures, the flexibility to work in both outpatient and inpatient settings, and the opportunity to build a thriving practice within a rapidly growing community. This role also includes some inpatient call responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a newly renovated facility with a strong referral network, and the ability to help shape a growing GI service line within one of Florida’s most respected health systems.

This practice is part of a broader hospital revitalization initiative, offering a unique opportunity to be involved in an exciting period of growth and transformation. Significant investments are being made to enhance facilities, expand services, and strengthen operations, creating an environment where physicians can play an active role in shaping the future of the program.

As one of the nation’s most highly regarded digestive disease programs, the Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute offers comprehensive and coordinated care to evaluate, diagnose and treat a wide range of digestive diseases. The institute’s team of globally respected physicians are leaders in clinical research and postgraduate medical education.

Role Requirements

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Gastroenterology.
• Completed an ACGME Fellowship program in Gastroenterology.
• FL Medical License or ability to obtain FL Medical License.

Practice Highlights

• Strong referral base with more than 120 primary care physicians in clinically integrated network and a growing employed network which currently has 3 PCPs in Indian River County.
• Thriving physician‑led, professionally managed healthcare system.
• Excellent brand recognition, with new patients seeking out Orlando Health’s Digestive Health Institute for their care.
• Integrated multidisciplinary and subspecialized practice environment.
• Robust operational support and resources in a collaborative work environment.
• Dynamic administration that fosters physician autonomy when it comes to clinical decision making and patient outcomes.
• Opportunity for growth and leadership development.
• Opportunity to expand an active research and innovation program.

Financial Package

• Excellent compensation package, opportunity to make more based on productivity.
• Benefits package includes time away for vacations and conferences, health/vision/dental insurance along with full malpractice coverage, disability coverage, deferred compensation and retirement savings options.
• Generous sign‑on bonus with eligibility for an annual bonus.

Facility Description

Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital serves residents and visitors of the Sebastian and Vero Beach communities. Situated in Indian River County, Florida, the 178‑bed hospital offers services from digestive health, emergency care, radiology and neurology to orthopedics, heart and vascular care, and rehabilitation.

Underscoring its commitment to quality and excellence, Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital has earned both hospital and laboratory accreditation from The Joint Commission, as well as advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center for quality stroke care. The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval certification recognizes healthcare organizations and programs that demonstrate a commitment to using best practices to improve safety and quality for patients, staff and the community.

The hospital also is an accredited Bariatric Surgery Comprehensive Center by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program, which is dedicated to enhancing the safety and quality of care for bariatric patients.

Orlando Health Sebastian River joined Orlando Health in Fall 2024, marking Orlando Health’s entry into Florida’s Treasure Coast region. As part of the Orlando Health system, the hospital connects patients to a broad network of care, with specialized physicians, leading‑edge technology and innovative treatments.

Awards

• Hospital Accreditation – The Joint Commission
• Laboratory Accreditation – The Joint Commission
• Primary Stroke Center Advanced Certification – The Joint Commission
• Bariatric Surgery Comprehensive Center Accreditation – Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program
• Blue Distinction Center+ Designation for Bariatric Surgery – Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Bariatric Center of Excellence – United Healthcare
• Wound Care Center of Distinction Award – Healogics
• Participant in the American College of Cardiology CathPCI Registry, recognized by ACC in the “Best Hospitals” issue of News & World Report
• Image Gently in Pediatric CT Imaging – American College of Radiology
• Designated Lung Cancer Screening Center – American College of Radiology