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Additional Information About the Role
BJC Medical Group Gastroenterology at Christian Hospital is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Gastroenterologist to join a thriving, established practice in St. Louis, Missouri. This opportunity offers an exceptional work-life balance, immediate patient volume, a strong referral network, and the ability to build a subspecialty focus while inheriting an existing patient panel.
This is a primarily outpatient-focused role supporting continued growth of the practice as the current outpatient gastroenterology team expands. The position combines clinic responsibilities with procedural work in a well-established GI lab.
Opportunity Highlights
- Established gastroenterology practice with immediate patient demand and strong referral base.
- Opportunity to inherit an existing patient panel.
- Collaborative team of gastroenterologists and advanced practice providers.
- Excellent support staff and well-run office environment.
- Flexibility to develop specialty interests, including liver disease, IBS, and other GI subspecialties.
- Leadership and mentorship opportunities available.
Practice Details
- 100% based at with time split between clinic and GI lab.
- Clinic hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- GI lab schedule typically runs from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for outpatient procedures.
- Approximately 16-18 clinic patients per day.
- Approximately 13-14 procedures per day.
- Appointments scheduled 5-6 months in advance, demonstrating strong demand.
- Epic EMR with remote access.
Responsibilities
- Provide outpatient gastroenterology care for adult and geriatric patients.
- Perform diagnostic and therapeutic GI procedures, including:Colonoscopy Upper Endoscopy (EGD)
- Advanced procedural skills in ERCP and/or EUS are welcomed but not required.
- Collaborate with advanced practice providers and multidisciplinary care teams.
- Participate in limited inpatient rounding during weekend call assignments.
Schedule & Call
- Full-time (1.0 FTE) with 36 patient-facing hours per week.
- Four-day workweek may be considered.
- Part-time arrangements may be considered.
- Take own weekday call Monday-Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (telephone coverage only).
- Minimal weekend call coverage, up to four weekends annually.
- APP support provided during weekend call.
Qualifications
Required
- MD, DO, MBBS, or equivalent medical degree.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology.
- Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure.
- Proficiency in colonoscopy and upper endoscopy procedures.
Preferred
- Practicing physicians or graduating Gastroenterology Fellows.
- Fellows completing training in 2027 or 2028 are encouraged to apply.
- Experience in outpatient and/or inpatient gastroenterology settings.
- Ties to the St. Louis region or Midwest are preferred.
Visa Sponsorship
- H-1B visa candidates will be considered.
Compensation & Benefits
- Two-year guaranteed compensation package starting at $800,000, based on experience and skills.
- $50,000 signing bonus.
- Retention bonus eligibility.
- Quality incentive bonus.
- Fellow stipend of $2,000 per month.
- Student loan repayment assistance up to $100,000 over five years.
- Relocation assistance available.
- CME allowance of $4,000 annually plus five CME days.
- 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans.
- Malpractice coverage with tail insurance provided.
- Four weeks of paid time off plus holidays.
Why Join BJC Medical Group?
Join a high-volume, physician-led gastroenterology program supported by experienced APPs, dedicated clinic staff, modern facilities, and a robust referral network. This opportunity offers the ability to build a successful practice quickly while enjoying a balanced schedule, minimal call, and highly competitive compensation.
Overview
BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with the top-ranked hospitals in the area.
Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to the world’s best medicine through caring people and integrated systems. The providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction and quality health care.
BJC Medical Group physicians are trained and certified in over 25 medical specialties and serve patients in more than 125 locations in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas.
Preferred Qualifications
Role Purpose
The physician will provide professional medical services within the practicing Specialty to the best of physician’s ability through direct patient care and spend additional time as necessary to perform other related duties such as completing medical records, providing MyChart consultations and inbasket management, conducting patient-specific education and collaborating with advanced practice providers and care team members.
Responsibilities
Manages the medical care of patient panel by providing or otherwise arranging for inpatient hospital care of physician’s patients, either through regular hospital rounds, making arrangements with one or more hospitalist(s) or other qualified physician to provide coverage for physician’s hospitalized patients consistent with Medical Staff requirements.Collaborates with patients, families, and members of the care team to ensure excellent patient care outcomes at the clinic location(s) designated by BJC and any other BJC clinical outreach location to which physician may be assigned as patient care demands.Performs and documents medical histories and physicals in the patient’s medical record as required by hospital medical staff bylaws.Provides or arranges for call coverage for clinic patients and inpatient call coverage in a manner acceptable to BJC and in accordance with Medical Staff bylaws, while observing and following all BJC policies and procedures and all applicable legal, ethical and professional standards.Collaborates and teaches advanced practice providers, support staff or any care team member assigned in the care of physician’s patient panel.BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.
Minimum Requirements
Education
Doctorate - Medicine
Experience
<2 years
Supervisor Experience
No Experience
Licenses & Certifications
BOARD ELIGIBLE OR BOARDLicensed Physician
Preferred Requirements
Experience
2-5 years Benefits and Legal Statement
BJC Total Rewards
At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
- Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
- Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
- 401(k) plan with BJC match
- Tuition Assistance available on first day
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
- Adoption assistance
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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer



