Gastroenterology Physician

Gastroenterologist Hospitalist

We are seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Gastroenterologist for an inpatient-only setting. This is a hospital-employed, full-time opportunity with a focus on hospital consults and scopes only, supported by inpatient APP support. The position offers a 7 on/7 off work schedule and access to a new image-guided advanced endoscopy suite.

Job Description

• Seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Gastroenterologist for an inpatient-only setting.
• Hospital-employed / affiliated full-time opportunity.
• Inpatient only opportunity.
• Working 7 on/7 off.
• New image-guided advanced endoscopy suite.
• Hospital consults and scopes only.
• Inpatient APP support.

Requirements

• Board-eligible or board-certified in Gastroenterology.

Benefits

• Starting salary is $25,000 to $50,000 more compared to starting salaries in Atlanta.
• Cost of living is 20% lower than in major metropolitan areas, providing significant purchasing power.

Community Overview

The greater Birmingham region offers an unprecedented quality of life. The housing market and cost of living are among the most affordable in the southeast. Area schools are nationally recognized among the nation’s best. Recreational amenities are abundant with all the cultural attributes of a much larger metropolitan area. Moreover, Birmingham is nestled in the hills and valleys of one of the most beautiful sections of the country.

The housing market features homes like a large 2-story house with 5 beds and 4 baths, available for $119,900, complete with a beautiful backyard and friendly neighbors.

Employer Overview

The employer is a 534-bed tertiary care hospital serving residents of Birmingham and surrounding communities. The hospital offers programs and services in all medical and surgical areas, including cardiology, robotic surgery, oncology, neurology, women's health, mental health, digestive diseases, geriatrics, physical medicine and rehab, sports medicine, cardiac and pulmonary rehab, and emergency care. The medical staff includes more than 600 physicians representing 30 specialties and sub-specialties.

Closest Major Cities

• 140 miles to Atlanta, GA
• 183 miles to Nashville, TN
• 218 miles to Memphis, TN
• 310 miles to New Orleans, LA
• 329 miles to Baton Rouge, LA
• 333 miles to Louisville, KY
• 340 miles to Lexington-Fayette, KY
• 363 miles to Charlotte, NC
• 370 miles to Jacksonville, FL

Colleges and Universities

• University of Alabama at Birmingham (Full-time enrollment: 14,853)
• Virginia College-Birmingham (FT enrollment: 8,167)
• Jefferson State Community College (FT enrollment: 6,041)
• Samford University (FT enrollment: 3,829)

Recreation

• Homewood Community Center
• Birmingham Park & Recreation
• Inglenook Park Recreation Center

Shopping

• The Outlet Shops of Grand River
• The Marketplace at Lee Branch
• Shops of Colonnade
• Swoozie's