Physician / Montana / Locum or Permanent / Gastroenterologist

Client islooking to add a physician to an established GI practice. The practice serves 60,000 residents as well as 275,000 residents across north central Montana.Applicants must be board eligible/certified and ERCP trained (will consider fellows in training).Currently, we employ 2 traditional GI Physicians, 2 outpatient Nurse Practitioners and multiple GI Hospitalists, creating a unique opportunity for a new physician to step into a thriving practice. There is additional growth potential through area outreach and education, as well as an opportunity to participate in the development of an endoscopic ultrasound program. Applicants must be board eligible/certified. ERCP and EUS training a plus.The endoscopy unit includesfive endoscopy suites and one bronch lab. It is designed as an ambulatory Surgical Center and all patients are managed within the unit with occasional procedures in the OR, primarily pediatric patients.The office practice is located in the new Medical Professional Building which is connected to the hospital for easy access.Procedures: Colonoscopies EGDs ERCPs EUS Flexible sigmoidoscopies PEG tube placementsEndoscopy Information: Olympus equipment Fiveendoscopy suites and one bronchoscopy suite 10 bed recovery unit Experienced and helpful staff of RNs and techsWork Hours and Call Coverage:Consult patients daily, with option ofhalf or full day office hours during designated week days, depending on preference. There are no weekend clinic hours. Call is minimal and majority of weeks during the yearare covered by GI Hospitalists, allowing time to enjoy the Montana lifestyle.Compensation and Benefits:This opportunity is an employed position. We offer a nationally competitive compensation based on a productivity model and our comprehensive benefits include paid vacation, retirement plan with match, generous CME, sign on bonus, relocation assistance and malpractice + tail.Community Information Populated with 60,000 residents and regionally supports nearly 275,000 rural Montana residents Nationally-ranked public schools and two accredited colleges Is equidistant from Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park Boasts four genuine seasons and blue skies over 300 days a year Has an international airport with direct flights to Denver, Minneapolis, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Seattle and more Divided by the Missouri River, a world-class fly fishing and watersport destination Dominated by agriculture and outdoor adventure including, camping, hiking, horseback riding, water & snow skiing, rock & ice climbing, boating, off-road motor sports, upland bird, waterfowl, and big game huntingHealth SystemWhile enjoying the Big Sky Country, known for breathtaking landscapes and an adventurous outdoor lifestyle, youll take pride in working for health system, one of Montanas most progressive and modern healthcare facilities with 500+ beds and over 200 members on medical staff representing 40 specialties. Awarded Best Places To Work in Healthcare our state-of-the-art facilities and cutting edge technologies make Client an extremely competitive health system for both patient and employee alike.Accepts J1s: YesAccepts H1Bs: No ResponseLoan Assistance:Not SpecifiedPractice Type:Hospital EmployeeVerified Date: 06/23/2019