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Job Summary
Valley Baptist Medical Center – Harlingen is the Rio Grande Valley's largest hospital and a recognized leader in clinical excellence, offering a rare employed GI opportunity backed by an established referral network and immediate patient demand. You'll join a respected, hospital-based group with the infrastructure, technology, and specialist support to hit the ground running from day one. As part of Tenet Health, one of the nation's largest health systems, you'll have access to resources and career pathways that independent practices simply can't match. If you're looking for a high-impact GI role in a fast-growing market — this is it.
Why Join Us
Join a respected, hospital-based group with the infrastructure and technology to support your practice from day one. Enjoy immediate patient demand, state-of-the-art endoscopy suites, and access to a robust Clinical Research Department. Optional teaching opportunities through the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and a supportive Cerner EMR platform are additional benefits.
Position Highlights
Employed position with a well‑established hospital‑based GI group
Outpatient practice with access to hospital consults and inpatient procedures
State‑of‑the‑art endoscopy suites and advanced GI technology
Strong referral base with immediate patient demand upon arrival
Access to a robust Clinical Research Department
Optional teaching opportunities through the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Cerner EMR platform
586‑bed, ACS‑verified Level II Trauma Center setting with full specialty support
EUS certification preferred; ERCP experience desirable
What We Offer
Competitive base compensation with productivity incentives
CME allowance
Malpractice insurance provided
Health, dental, and life insurance
401(k) with employer matching
Deferred compensation program
Relocation assistance
Candidate Requirements
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
EUS certification preferred
ERCP experience desirable
Why Harlingen
Harlingen sits at the heart of the Rio Grande Valley — one of the fastest‑growing regions in Texas — offering year‑round semi‑tropical weather and a cost of living among the lowest in the country. There's no state income tax, housing is highly affordable, and the area is home to excellent schools and a welcoming, family‑oriented community. Outdoor enthusiasts will love easy access to the beaches of South Padre Island, along with opportunities for golf, fishing, boating, birding, and hunting. It's the kind of place where you can build a thriving practice without sacrificing quality of life.
Organization Description
We help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Since the early 1920s, Valley Baptist Medical Center hospitals have been involved in the community, caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in the Rio Grande Valley. We are dedicated to continuing our strong tradition of providing quality, compassionate healthcare that puts people first. Our mission is to serve, heal and educate with concern for the whole patient, an understanding of the economic environment and a relentless commitment to quality.
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E‑Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E‑Verify:
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Worksite address
harlingen, TX, 78552, US
Who can apply
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