Job Description

Gastroenterologist Opportunity in Louisiana

Overview

A 314-bed community hospital in Louisiana is seeking a Gastroenterologist to join its team due to the upcoming departure of a provider in late 2025. Join a collaborative group of 3 Gastroenterologists and 1 Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in a thriving practice with minimal competition and a robust referral network.

Practice Details

• Team: Work alongside 3 experienced Gastroenterologists and 1 APP.

• Facilities: State-of-the-art Endoscopy Center with 6 suites and an adjacent outpatient clinic.

• Volume: Current backlog of over 1,000 scopes. Providers perform 60-75 procedures and see approximately 35 patients per week in clinic.

• Schedule: Balanced half-days of clinic and procedures, with a 1:4 shared call rotation.

• Scope of Practice: Focus on Bread & Butter GI; no ERCP or EUS required, as one provider already performs these.

• Inpatient Care: Rounding at the main hospital and a nearby regional facility.

• EMR: Epic.

• Market: Serve a draw area of over 400,000 residents with only one other GI provider in the region.

• Referrals: Strong network with over 50 employed primary care physicians.

• Satellite Clinics: No satellite clinic coverage required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $675,000–$700,000, based on experience.

• Bonus Structure: 9,642 wRVU threshold with $70/unit payout

• Benefits: Comprehensive package including:

  • $50,000 signing bonus

  • Relocation assistance

  • CME allowance

  • Retirement plan

  • Health, vision, and dental insurance

  • Malpractice coverage

  • Loan repayment options

Community

• Location: A thriving lake community in Louisiana with 225,000 residents, centered around stunning waterfronts that define its vibrant culture. The area boasts a bustling local economy, with a mix of charming downtown shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, all enhanced by the scenic beauty of its lakes.

• Lifestyle: Enjoy a mild year-round climate, perfect for outdoor activities like boating, fishing, and lakeside festivals that bring the community together. The area offers beautiful housing options, from waterfront properties to family-friendly neighborhoods, and a wide variety of recreational opportunities for all ages.

• Proximity: Just North of the Gulf Coast and under 2 hours East of Houston, TX, offering easy access to coastal beaches and a major metropolitan hub.