Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology Physician Opportunities in Beautiful High Point, North Carolin...

Job Description

Join Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist as a General Gastroenterology Physician in High Point, North Carolinapart of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country.

At Advocate Health, were committed to being a Best Place to Carewhere physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. Youll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve.

Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up this is where it starts.

Join a growing group of Community Gastroenterology Physicians dedicated to high-quality patient care.

• Access to:
• 2 Ambulatory Endoscopy Centers (ASCs) in Guilford County
• 2 hospital locations: High Point Medical Center and Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
• Collaborative relationship with 20+ faculty physicians at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, NC

• Practice Expansion:
• The Community GI team is expanding to new medical office locations in Greensboro and Winston-Salem in 2026

• Schedule & Hours :
• Office/Clinic Hours: MondayFriday, 8:00 AM5:00 PM
• Endoscopy Hours: 7:00 AM4:00 PM (based on location)

• Clinical Responsibilities:
• Hybrid Case Model:
• GI physician assigned to hospital consults
• Supported by a dedicated inpatient APP
• Procedure Mix:
• Outpatient hospital cases
• Inpatient cases in a dedicated endoscopy department
• Procedures Performed:
• Full range of GI Endoscopy
• Upper (e.g., EGD) and Lower (e.g., Colonoscopy)

• Patient Volume:
• Procedure Days: 15+ patients/day
• Clinic Sessions: 710 patients/session

• Call Coverage:
• 1:6 nights/weekends at High Point Medical Center
• Daytime hospital work partially covered by a dedicated GI hospitalist
• Call will be equally distributed as the group expands

• Technology & Integration:
  • Generates draft patient notes
  • Streamlines clinical workflows
  • Enhances efficiency in review, editing, and signature
  • A physician-led medical group
  • Embedded service line support
• EPIC EMR for streamlined patient management
• Leverage DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic:
• Be part of an integrated, nationally recognized organization with:

Required Training/Education:

• Graduation from an accredited medical school as an M.D./D.O.
• Successful completion of Internal Medicine residency at an accredited healthcare institution.
• Successful completion of Gastroenterology Fellowship at an accredited healthcare institution.
• Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Guaranteed Salary: Enjoy financial stability with a competitive salary package.
• Sign-On Bonus: Receive $25,000 providing a generous welcome to our team.
• Relocation Assistance: Enjoy $10,000 in relocation assistance, paid within the first 30 days of employment.
• CME Reimbursement:  Receive up to $3,500 and 5 additional PTO days/year for Continuing Medical Education.
• Generous PTO:  Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access a robust benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and more.
• Generous Retirement Contribution: Benefit from a 7% employer contribution to your retirement plan, with an additional match of up to 2% of your salary.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a mix of patient care in communities that offer a blend of outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, family-friendly activities, and excellent dining options.

Location Description: 

Located in the heart of High Point, this clinic offers expert care in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including celiac disease, pancreatitis, colorectal cancer, liver disease, and more. The facility is part of the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist network, ensuring patients receive high-quality, coordinated care backed by academic medicine.

The clinic features a compassionate team of specialists and support staff dedicated to providing personalized care in a comfortable and accessible setting. Patients benefit from advanced diagnostic tools, telehealth options, and seamless coordination with other specialty services within the health system.

About Advocate Health:

Advocate Health is one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States, providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. With Wake Forest University School of Medicine as our academic core, we are shaping the future of health care through innovation, research, education and compassionate care.

When you join Advocate Health, youre joining a team thats committed to being a Best Place to Carewhere clinicians are heard, supported and empowered to focus on what matters most: caring for patients. This enterprise-wide initiative is grounded in listening to care teams, removing barriers to excellent care, and fostering well-being and connection. It reflects our purposefrom discovery to everyday moments, were redefining care - for you, for us, for alland lives through our values: lifting each other up, leading with purpose, thinking boldly together and embracing change with optimism. Here, youll find not just a job, but a career with meaning, growth and impactfor all.