PRACTICE SPECIFICS
Our Gastroenterology section is seeking an Advanced Endoscopist as part of a planned expansion. Expertise in bariatric endoscopy and/or ESD are preferred. Our section serves a 357-bed tertiary referral center with opportunities for outreach into surrounding communities. The facility features an outpatient endoscopy unit and side by side clinic with 8 endoscopy suites. An IM hospitalist service manages all GI admissions and GI functions as a consultative service. Eleven NPs/PAs and six General GI Physicians support outpatient management of IBS, IBD and liver disease and the inpatient GI consultation service. This position can accommodate subspecialty interests and provides a 1: 3 call schedule.
Our current group of seven physicians includes 6 general and one advanced endoscopy Gastroenterologist working in a 100% consultative practice.Currently offered procedures include ERCP, SpyGlass Cholangioscopy, EUS (diagnostic and therapeutic), RFA, cryotherapy, EMR and enteral stenting.Latest model Olympus endoscopes, EUS processors, and Omega fixed table fluoroscopy unit.State-of-the-art Digestive Health Center performing a full spectrum of endoscopy proceduresNew hospital under construction with projected opened in July 2023All GI hospital admissions are managed by IM hospitalist serviceUniversity of Minnesota medical school affiliationTeaching, research and outreach opportunities availableCompensation is guaranteed base salary with incentive for production for the duration of employment, not an RVU based model, no buy-ins.Flexible on FTEExcellent school districts, ability to live in an urban or rural environment and be minutes from work.REQUIREMENTSBC/BE in Gastroenterology requiredAdvanced GI Fellowship requiredLOCATIONDuluth, MN (150 miles north of the north of Minneapolis/St. Paul)Regional service area: 490,000 Physician-led, integrated healthcare delivery systemEssentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.
FTE:0Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:Shift End Time:Weekends:Holidays:NoCall Obligation:NoUnion:Union Posting Deadline:Compensation Range:
$1.00 - $1,000,000.00Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.