GI Hospitalist in Chattanooga, TN

Seeking a Gastroenterologist for inpatient care with expertise across the full spectrum of gastrointestinal disease treatment for the patients that turn to our system for care.  This opportunity is well-suited for physicians passionate about providing comprehensive inpatient services in a unique practice model.  

Candidates with Interventional or Advanced procedure training are welcomed but not required.  As an integrated health system, candidates will enjoy a highly collaborative environment with the ability to network with many complimentary specialties.  Beyond the local market’s vast resources, candidates will also have the ability to work with like-minded colleagues through the connections of our non-profit healthcare system.

About the Position:

• Average of two weeks per month; with an alternating Monday through Friday week on / week off schedule
• Scheduled Monday through Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm, alternating weeks
• Take new IP consults, IP rounding on GI service, perform IP endoscopy
• Dedicated scoping schedule
• 24-hour call during weekdays only
• As a newly launched service model, candidates will have a colleague that will be their off-week partner

·       Experience in Interventional and Advanced Endoscopy (ERCP and EUS) welcome but not required 

• On-site Surgical, Interventional Radiology, Bariatric, Oncology, Pathology and more 
• Access to an Extensive, Established Specialty and Primary Care Network 

About the Offer:

·       Salary MGMA Median++ Range

·       Productivity & Quality Bonus

·       Relocation Stipend

·       Sign On Bonus

·       $5,000 CME

·       Malpractice with Tail

·       PSLF Eligible

Benefits:

• Relocation, CME, Professional Related Expenses Reimbursement

·       Full Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401k with match, STD, LTD

• Cell Phone Stipend
• No State Income Tax
• Large primary care physicians within the larger medical group
• Low cost of living
• Chattanooga has been voted one of the most vibrant and outdoor communities

About Chattanooga

• #1 OUTSIDE CITY by “Outside Magazine.”
• Chattanooga, Tennessee is noted as "The Scenic City" and “GIG City” – fastest internet in the South; nestled in the heart of the mountains where the states of Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee meet
• A two-hour drive to Atlanta, Nashville, and Birmingham
• "America's Top-Rated Cities" and "Top 10 City" in which to live and play; "Top 10 Southern Mid-Markets with Highly Diversified Economies" and one of the "Smartest Cities in the World" in which to live. This vibrant city blends "Big City" amenities with an ease of a smaller city offering: a family friendly and safe atmosphere in which to live, easily commutable, moderate cost of living, $120 million revitalized riverfront, very active Arts Council, Museums, and an extensive green way system
• Outdoor activities are abundant ranging from hang-gliding at Lookout Mountain, to floating down the Sequatchie River, to biking and horseback riding through the scenic countryside
• If you are a water sport enthusiast, Nickajack and Chickamauga Lakes are nearby or kayak/raft down the Great Ocoee River (host to the Summer Olympics).
• Chattanooga also has numerous challenging golf courses (Chattanooga plays host to the PGA Event - Provident Classic)

Area Schools & Education

• The public school system in the area is well above average
• There are many excellent private schools providing unsurpassed educational opportunities within the greater Chattanooga area
• The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) offers a wide range of majors in undergraduate, graduate courses and medical education - 9 residency programs and 4 fellowship programs
• University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
• Southern Adventist University
• Chattanooga State Community College
• Lee University
• Dalton State 

Area Attractions 

• Tennessee Aquarium
• Hunter Museum of American Art
• Creative Discovery Museum
• IMAX 3D Theater
• The Tennessee River Walk
• Chattanooga Choo Choo
• Chattanooga Zoo
• Rock City
• Ruby Falls
• Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra
• White Water Rafting
• Rock Climbing – Largest Indoor Facility - Mountain Climbing
• Hamilton Place Mall (Tennessee's largest mall)
• Chattanooga Lookouts AA Baseball Team (Cincinnati Reds affiliate)
• Two Professional Soccer Clubs: Chattanooga FC & Chattanooga Red Wolves
• 21 Golf Courses