Build a GI Practice That Matters—And a Life You’ll Love in Northern New York

Rochester Regional Health

4d•$700,000 - $750,000•Onsite

About The Position

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Gastroenterologist to practice in the St. Lawrence Region of Northern New York, based at Canton-Potsdam Hospital and the Leroy Outpatient Center in Potsdam. The physician will develop a community-focused practice, build lasting relationships with patients and referring providers, and help expand access to specialty care across the region, with support and resources from Rochester Regional Health. The practice is primarily outpatient, with inpatient consult responsibilities, and averages approximately 18–22 clinic patients per day. The Gastroenterologist will diagnose and manage a broad range of gastrointestinal conditions, perform endoscopic and other GI procedures, and collaborate with primary care providers, surgeons, hospitalists, advanced practice providers, nurses, and specialty teams. The physician will also contribute ideas and expertise as regional services develop and help shape GI care in the community. Epic is the electronic medical record. The schedule includes at least one dedicated procedure day per week. Procedures are performed at the Leroy Outpatient Center and Canton-Potsdam Hospital, with operating room access for higher-acuity patients and advanced GI procedures. Call is shared on a 1:4 schedule and includes inpatient consults and procedural responsibilities. The role offers a base salary of $700,000–$750,000, a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, a retirement savings plan with employer contribution, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, and visa sponsorship opportunities. The region offers four-season recreation near the Adirondack Mountains and St. Lawrence River, affordable housing, short commutes, nearby university communities, and access to Ottawa and Montreal. The position requires a DO or MD and New York State physician licensure. Applicants must be board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology; board eligibility is required within five years of residency completion. Experienced physicians and new graduates are welcome. The clinical role involves continual movement, including standing, walking, lifting 20–50 pounds, pushing and pulling medical equipment, and assisting with patient positioning. It also involves frequent bending, twisting, reaching, fine motor tasks, sustained focus, high sensory acuity, decision-making under pressure, and potential exposure to infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. Accommodations will be considered for reported physical requirements.

Requirements

DO or MD degree.
New York State physician licensure.
Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology.
Board eligibility required within five years of residency completion.
Commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care.
Strong clinical and communication skills.
Interest in building lasting relationships with patients and the community.

Nice To Haves

Not specified.

Responsibilities

Develop a practice aligned with community needs and professional interests.
Build lasting relationships with patients and referring providers.
Diagnose and manage a broad range of gastrointestinal conditions.
Perform endoscopic and other GI procedures.
Provide inpatient consults and carry out associated procedural responsibilities as part of the shared call schedule.
Collaborate with primary care providers, surgeons, hospitalists, advanced practice providers, nurses, and specialty teams.
Help improve local access to specialty care and expand and shape GI services across the region.
Contribute ideas and expertise as regional services continue to develop.