About this role
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
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Growing Gastroenterology practice with dedicated clinic and surgery block time
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Supportive healthcare system focused on high-quality, patient-centered care
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Dedicated APPs in clinic + Epic EMR
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Minimal call responsibilities due to low census volume with locum tenens providers taking first call
What You Can Expect
Compensation & Incentives
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$750,000 guaranteed salary + $100,000 sign-on bonus
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5 days of paid CME time + $3,500 annual CME stipend
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$1,000 annual CME technology allowance
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$750 tech stipend every 5 years
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Up to $15,000 relocation assistance
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Opportunity to earn additional compensation based on eligibility and performance
Call Compensation
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$500 per call shift
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Call pay is credited toward the guaranteed compensation until the guarantee is exceeded
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Once the guarantee is exceeded, additional call pay is paid on top of the guaranteed compensation
Benefits Package
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Comprehensive health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
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401(k) and 457(b) retirement options
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Hospital-provided medical malpractice coverage
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DEA, state licensing, board certification, and maintenance fees covered
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Access to public student loan forgiveness programs
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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
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Four-day workweek options are available
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On working weeks, responsibilities include a mix of clinic visits (15–18 patients per day), procedure days, and hospital consultations
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The 40-hour workweek consists of 36 hours of direct patient care and 4 hours of administrative time
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No satellite clinic coverage is required
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Shared after-hours and weekend call coverage
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7 on/ 7off Schedule
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Off weeks are completely off, with Nurse Practitioners (NPs) providing clinic coverage to ensure continuity of care
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Annual Schedule: Approximately 182 working days per year
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Call expectations: Provide 24/7 call coverage throughout the entire on-week, including weekends (not limited to regular business hours)
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After-Hours Call and Weekend Coverage (system-wide)
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Locum tenens providers are available to handle first-call responsibilities, helping keep the call burden light
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Call responsibilities are generally minimal, with dedicated locum coverage available
Endoscopy vs. Inpatient Consultations
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Patient Mix: Primarily outpatient-focused, with approximately 60% outpatient and 40% inpatient (endo suite)
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Clinic Volume: Approximately 15–18 patients per day
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Procedure Location: All procedures are performed in-hospital in a dedicated two-room endoscopy suite with dedicated staff and anesthesia support
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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
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Individual physicians:
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1–2 procedure days per week and gradually ramp up to 4–5 days per week as referral base develops
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Average Inpatient Consult Volume
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Inpatient consultation volume is relatively low, averaging approximately 5 consults per day
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Locum tenens providers handle first-call responsibilities
What We Are Looking For
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MD/DO, Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Gastroenterology
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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!