Gastroenterology Physician

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.