Gastroenterologist | $750K Guaranteed + $100K Sign-On | Full-Time | 7-On/7-Off

The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a reputable healthcare organization in Southern IL to recruit a Gastroenterologist to join its growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding practice in a collaborative environment while enjoying exceptional compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a predictable schedule. Schedule: Full-Time | Flexible Scheduling Options | Traditional or 7-on / 7-off Practice Highlights Growing Gastroenterology practice with dedicated clinic and surgery block time Supportive healthcare system focused on high-quality, patient-centered care Dedicated APPs in clinic + Epic EMR Minimal call responsibilities due to low census volume with locum tenens providers taking first call What You Can Expect Compensation & Incentives $750,000 guaranteed salary + $100,000 sign-on bonus 5 days of paid CME time + $3,500 annual CME stipend $1,000 annual CME technology allowance $750 tech stipend every 5 years Up to $15,000 relocation assistance Opportunity to earn additional compensation based on eligibility and performance Call Compensation $500 per call shift Call pay is credited toward the guaranteed compensation until the guarantee is exceeded Once the guarantee is exceeded, additional call pay is paid on top of the guaranteed compensation Benefits Package Comprehensive health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance 401(k) and 457(b) retirement options Hospital-provided medical malpractice coverage DEA, state licensing, board certification, and maintenance fees covered Access to public student loan forgiveness programs J-1 visa sponsorship support for qualified candidates Schedule & Work Expectations Traditional Schedule: Monday through Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | 40 hours per week Four-day workweek options are available On working weeks, responsibilities include a mix of clinic visits (15–18 patients per day), procedure days, and hospital consultations The 40-hour workweek consists of 36 hours of direct patient care and 4 hours of administrative time No satellite clinic coverage is required Shared after-hours and weekend call coverage 7 on/ 7off Schedule Off weeks are completely off, with Nurse Practitioners (NPs) providing clinic coverage to ensure continuity of care Annual Schedule: Approximately 182 working days per year Call expectations: Provide 24/7 call coverage throughout the entire on-week, including weekends (not limited to regular business hours) After-Hours Call and Weekend Coverage (system-wide) Locum tenens providers are available to handle first-call responsibilities, helping keep the call burden light Call responsibilities are generally minimal, with dedicated locum coverage available Endoscopy vs. Inpatient Consultations Patient Mix: Primarily outpatient-focused, with approximately 60% outpatient and 40% inpatient (endo suite) Clinic Volume: Approximately 15–18 patients per day Procedure Location: All procedures are performed in-hospital in a dedicated two-room endoscopy suite with dedicated staff and anesthesia support The facility does not currently operate a freestanding Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) A dedicated outpatient endoscopy center is expected to be established within the next 2–5 years Average Procedures Per Day System-Wide Target: Approximately 50 procedures per week Individual physicians: 1–2 procedure days per week and gradually ramp up to 4–5 days per week as referral base develops Average Inpatient Consult Volume Inpatient consultation volume is relatively low, averaging approximately 5 consults per day Locum tenens providers handle first-call responsibilities What We Are Looking For MD/DO, Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Gastroenterology Active Illinois medical license or eligibility to obtain one If you are an experienced Gastroenterologist looking for strong compensation, professional support, and a schedule that provides meaningful time away from work, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!