General or Advanced Gastroenterology Position in South Carolina's State Capital

Our organization is expanding its hospital-based Gastroenterology service line and is in search of a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterologist to take the lead. With over 28,000 GI referrals annually and no current employed group, this role presents an immediate opportunity for high patient volume, robust system support, and outstanding earning potential.

Position Highlights:

• Approximately 75% outpatient and 25% inpatient responsibilities to begin; flexible scheduling options will be available as the group develops.
• Compensation package exceeding $650,000.
• Active ERCP program with an average of two procedures per day; EUS experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Call schedule of about 1:11 through a community pool; Advanced Practice Provider support is planned for both clinic and inpatient rounding.
• Comprehensive benefits package including sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, loan repayment options, and continuing medical education (CME) support.

About Our Medical Center:

• Independent healthcare system with a physician-friendly environment free from academic or corporate limitations.
• 607-bed facility, with plans to expand by over 200 beds within the next five years.
• 475 employed physicians creating a strong, built-in referral network.
• Gastroenterology is a key strategic focus, with leadership dedicated to growing the team to 10-12 GI specialists over time.

Community Highlights:

Located in Columbia, South Carolina, this rapidly growing metropolitan area has a population of around 900,000, offering a low cost of living, minimal traffic, and a vibrant culture driven by local universities. The area boasts an unbeatable location—just 90 minutes from the beaches of Charleston, two hours from the mountains of Asheville, and 90 minutes from Charlotte—providing a quality of life that larger cities cannot match at this price point.

Additional Information:

• Education: MD/DO required
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Number of Openings: 1
• State: SC
• City: Lexington