Seeking a Board Eligible/ Board Certified Gastroenterologist to join a team of 5 experienced physicians and multiple advanced practice providers in the Valparaiso area and just 1 hour from Chicago, IL.

The ideal candidate will have ERCP experience, an interest in Hepatology and a strong focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction. Candidate will display exceptional interpersonal skills and desire to develop strong ties with the community and build long-lasting relationships with patients. Physician will need to work collaboratively with existing medical staff to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care.

Highlights:

• Office Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• Physician Schedule: 3 - 4 half days in clinic, 3 - 4 half days in surgery, 1 full day off
• Physician Call 1:5 – Physician takes 1 full week call (Friday 8:00 a.m. – Friday 8:00 a.m.), no clinic during call week only hospital procedures and front-line call coverage
• Call Friday to Thursday, Rotating Holidays
• Average Patient Volumes: Half Day Clinic 12 – 15, Half Day Surgery 8 – 10
• Practice shares 3 RN’s, dedicated MA support for every physician, 2 surgery schedulers in-house
• Outreach Required: Clinics are all within 30 minutes commute
• Potential Virtual Visits
• Shared collaboration between physician for APP’s in group
• Hospital based Nurse Practitioner sees new consults and rounding ahead of physicians
• Clinic based Nurse Practitioner
• Strong mentorship available from senior physician leadership
• Strong referral base: On average 75 -100 per week for general GI
• In-Network Oncology Services offering full spectrum, wrap around services
• Onsite Equipment: BRAVO, Pill Cam, Fibroscan,
• HD Motility and EndoFlip located at the Surgicenter
• Advanced endoscopist in the group offering EUS and a wide range of pancreaticobiliary interventions.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, including income guarantee, with bonus incentives
• Generous recruitment bonus program including relocation allowance; commencement and retention packages
• Paid malpractice
• 27 days of Allowed Time Off plus five additional paid days for CME with annual stipend
• Full benefits package, including health, life, dental, vision and legal insurance
• Retirement options, including 403(b), 457(b), 401(a)
• Short- and Long-Term Own Occupation Disability
• Customized marketing support
• Leadership development through board and committee opportunities

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Outdoor enthusiasts will love the variety of water activities available, including swimming, fishing, and boating, all at your doorstep. The downtown area offers shopping, dining, and the perfect spot to watch a beautiful sunset over Lake Michigan.

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