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Aptive lists this Gastroenterologist opportunity in montgomery, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary
Location: Jackson, MSSchedule: Monday–Friday, Days | On-Call Coverage
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.
Primary 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.
Clinical Procedures
The Gastroenterology Staff Physician is expected to be proficient in diagnostic and therapeutic gastroenterology procedures, which may include:
Upper GI endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy)
Colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
Polypectomy
Small bowel biopsy
Liver biopsy
Esophageal dilation (bougie or balloon)
Esophageal motility studies
Laparoscopy (peritoneoscopy)
Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG)
Laser photocoagulation of vessels
Laser tumor ablation
Gastric lavage and cytology
Sclerotherapy of esophageal varices
Esophageal band ligation of varices
Endoscopic ultrasonography, with or without fine-needle aspiration biopsy
Placement of esophageal stents
Work Environment & Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Shared GI call rotation for inpatient consults and urgent procedures, including nights and weekends as scheduled
Collaborative support from nursing and administrative personnel
Compensation & Benefits
$300,000-$400,000 salary
Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) up to $200,000
Comprehensive federal benefits package including: 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
Minimum Qualifications
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
Desired Qualifications
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
EEO Statement
Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.
Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.
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Worksite address
montgomery, AL, 36136, US
Who can apply
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