Gastroenterologist

Aptive

21d•$300,000 - $400,000

About The Position

Aptive is seeking a full-time Gastroenterologist to support a rewarding opportunity with the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, MS. This position offers exceptional schedule stability, strong clinical support, and the opportunity to care for America’s Veterans within a dedicated outpatient practice environment. The Gastroenterologist will provide comprehensive care for patients who have illnesses within the scope of Gastroenterology. In addition to patient care, the physician may have responsibilities in other areas such as education, committees, peer review, and quality and safety measures. Overall, the role is well-supported operationally and clinically, with consistent staffing, defined schedules, and mission-aligned leadership. As the service continues to expand access, this provider will meaningfully contribute to program development and continuity of patient services.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited medical school
S. citizenship
Completion of an ACGME-accredited Gastroenterology fellowship program that led to board eligibility in Gastroenterology (required)
Current, full, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
Eligibility for VA credentialing and privileging in accordance with Professional Standards Board requirements
Demonstrated ability to provide gastroenterology care to patients
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across interdisciplinary teams

Nice To Haves

1-2 years’ work experience in inpatient and outpatient Gastroenterology/Hepatology
Experience in academics- teaching medical trainees to include GI fellows, residents, and medical students
Experience in inpatient GI management of patients including therapeutic endoscopies and colonoscopies in the setting of GI bleeding
Experience in outpatient management of acute and chronic GI and hepatology conditions
Experience in the management of patients who are being evaluated for liver transplant and who have previously received a liver transplant
Experience in performing outpatient endoscopies and colonoscopies and ability to read capsule endoscopies.
Excellent organizational and communication skills with ability to function at a high level in a complex, busy clinical environment
Optional:Ability to perform advanced endoscopy including ERCP, EUS, stenting, and/or complex EMR

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive gastroenterology care to Veterans including consultations, liver transplant workups, referrals, and aftercare
Identifying patients' health problems and designing diagnostic and therapeutic plans to meet these needs
Coordinate activities of other health service personnel, resolving problems affecting patient care and providing appropriate education for the patient/family members regarding the patient's care, patient's illness and its management
Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses practitioners, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and community partners.

Benefits

Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) up to $200,000
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Federal retirement programs with matching contributions
Paid federal holidays and paid annual leave
Continuing education support and malpractice coverage
Eligibility for performance-based pay and recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives, as approved
Opportunity for additional compensation through on-call responsibilities or extended coverage, where applicable
Retention and relocation incentives may be available for highly qualified applicants

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