Gastroenterologist (Island Health)

Island Health is seeking a full-time BC/BE Gastroenterologist physician to join our growing, well-respected, Island Surgeons team. This is an opportunity to practice full scope gastroenterology/endoscopy primarily in outpatient clinic days and hospital based endoscopy suite. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills to develop relationships with referring physicians and hospital staff. Island Health has provided gastroenterology and endoscopy services to our community for over twenty years, this is a unique opportunity for a gastroenterologist to join an established general surgery practice at Island Health. Island Health is the center of health and wellness in Washington’s Skagit County, providing comprehensive health services at its award-winning hospital in Anacortes and its eight primary and specialty care clinics. Recognized as one of the most innovative small health systems in the country, Island Health has a five-star rating by Medicare, a Level III trauma center and Level II stroke center, with 170 board-certified physicians and providers. Island Health is committed to our purpose: To be the best healthcare partner for those we serve.

* 4- day work week
* Outpatient care only
* No Call requirement
* Work closely with cohesive, multi-specialty group providers with support staff
* Integrated Meditech Expanse EMR platform, utilized throughout the organization
* Active Washington State Medical License or the ability to obtain one
* Compensation is between $594,462 and $713,354 per year
* Sign on bonus: $30,000
* Competitive base salary guarantee and productivity incentives the first year of employment combined with comprehensive CME & Professional Society allowance; malpractice coverage, Washington State Medical License, DEA and Medical Staff dues paid by Island Health.
* New graduates are welcome to apply
* The compensation amounts listed may include productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, extra shift incentives, as applicable to the position. In addition, providers may have CME benefits available to them.

Where You’ll Work

Island Health, a Level III trauma center and Level II stroke center, is a 43-bed facility in Anacortes, Washington with 170 board-certified physicians and providers. With a -five-star Medicare rating, Island Health was named a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. It also received service excellence awards in Orthopedic Surgery, Joint Replacement, Spinal Fusion Surgery, Obstetrics and Emergency Care.

Where You’ll Live

Anacortes is a historic city on north Puget Sound easily accessible by driving across the Deception Pass Bridge or taking the ferry to and from Seattle. Due to fortunate coastal weather patterns, Anacortes receives only 21 inches of rain annually and is known for hiking, boating and the pods of orcas living just offshore. With a tight-knit community and majestic views of the islands and snow-capped mountains, Anacortes is a beautiful place to call home.

Who You’ll Work For

Island Health is the center of health and wellness in Washington’s Skagit County, providing comprehensive health services at its award-winning hospital in Anacortes and its eight primary and specialty care clinics. Recognized as one of the most innovative small health systems in the country, Island Health has a five-star rating by Medicare. Island Health is committed to our purpose: To be the best healthcare partner for those we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran

Job ID Number: 26579