GI Hospitalist Position Available with Established GI Program in South Carolina

Exciting Opportunity for a GI Hospitalist in South Carolina

Our organization is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Gastroenterologist for a full-time, inpatient-only role within a well-established GI program. This position operates on a 7 on, 7 off schedule, where the physician will work every other week from Monday to Monday, focusing solely on inpatient cases and procedures.

This role will enhance our long-standing General and Advanced Gastroenterology program located in Florence, SC. We serve as the primary provider of both advanced and general gastroenterology services for approximately 1 million patients across the Midlands and the coastal regions of North Carolina and South Carolina. Our commitment to Gastroenterology is evident through our expansive Endoscopy lab, which features numerous general and advanced procedure rooms, supported by dedicated Anesthesiologists and CRNAs. Additionally, we offer specialized GI facilities in the operating room.

Key Features of the Position:

• State-of-the-art facilities
• Relocation assistance available
• Support from 8 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) for both hospital and office settings, available 7 days a week
• APPs handle first call responsibilities
• Locum coverage provided for most weekends and holidays
• Physician-led practice environment

This role entails providing 7 days of inpatient services, with 10 hours on-site and 14 hours of unrestricted call coverage each day. This is a fantastic opportunity to focus exclusively on inpatient care, including hospital patients and emergency room consultations. The position comes with benefits such as paid malpractice insurance, a CME allowance, signing bonuses, competitive salary, and comprehensive health and retirement benefits.

Support and Resources:

Our facility, a 517-bed nonprofit hospital in Florence, SC, is recognized as a leader in medical excellence. We are equipped with the latest technology and have the largest Endoscopy lab in the region. Recently, we transitioned to the EPIC system across all departments. Our Gastroenterology team benefits from dedicated Anesthesia and CRNA support in both the Endoscopy lab and the operating room.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree
• Completion of an Internal Medicine Residency, board eligible or board certified
• Completion of a Gastroenterology Fellowship, board eligible or board certified; new graduates are welcome to apply

Our organization has been acknowledged for its dedication to patient safety and quality care. We have received top honors in various categories from Healthgrades, a prominent online resource for physician and hospital information. Furthermore, our hospitals have earned an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group, underscoring our commitment to prioritizing patient safety and minimizing preventable harm and errors.

According to U.S. News & World Report, Florence, SC ranks as the #3 Best Place to Live in South Carolina. The report provides insights into education, real estate, and living expenses in Florence, highlighting it as a growing center for shopping, recreation, and entertainment.

If you are interested in exploring this opportunity further, please reach out to us with your CV. We encourage you to learn more about our healthcare system and the community we serve.