Overview

The package

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Casual (per-diem) Gastroenterology position at Essentia Health in Brainerd, MN, compensated at $2,750 per 8-hour shift with 100% endoscopy focus and no call requirement. The practice is supported by 1 MD and 3 APPs, with inpatient services managed by APPs and hospitalists.

$545,000 SalaryDr market context available for comparison
Casual (per-diem); flexible scheduling noted · No call
Multi-specialty group (100+ physician, 25 specialties, 7 locations) · Integrated health system with 165-bed hospital (St. Joseph's Medical Center) · 100% endoscopy (outpatient procedures); inpatient services managed by APPs and IM hospitalists

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Compensation

Type

SalaryDr Market Context

Market context

$500,000 – $567,500

Structure

productivity

$500k$545k$568k

Physician-reported range Reported median

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Facility & Community

Brainerd, Minnesota

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Facility details

Practice setting: Multi-specialty group (100+ physician, 25 specialties, 7 locations)
Facility type: Integrated health system with 165-bed hospital (St. Joseph's Medical Center)
Beds: 165
Patient population: Regional service area population of ~115,000; general "bread and butter" GI

Community snapshot

Peer median

$550k

90 reports · national

Active supply

1 in Brainerd

Transparent pay

4/5

state roles with reviewed pay

Work-life

4.1/5

9 physician reports

Cost of living

below U.S. avg (100) · BEA Regional Price Parities

Schools

+0.5

grade levels vs U.S. avg · NAEP 2024

90 SalaryDr Gastroenterology reports in national show a $550,000 median.

5 active Gastroenterology roles in Minnesota, including 1 in Brainerd; 4 include reviewed transparent pay.

Physicians in this comparison cohort report 4.2/5 average job satisfaction.

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Work Design

Schedule

Casual (per-diem); flexible scheduling noted

Call burden

No call

Shift type

8-hour shift at $2,750/shift

Inpatient / outpatient

100% endoscopy (outpatient procedures); inpatient services managed by APPs and IM hospitalists

Coverage model

APP manages inpatient services; MD completes add-on procedures; all admissions managed by IM hospitalist service

Admin burden

No buy-in, no malpractice, no overhead, no seniority issues

Teaching

Research

Supervises APPs

Yes

Full description

GASTROENTEROLOGY

Brainerd, MN – CASUAL

Essentia Health Brainerd is part of an integrated health system that includes a 165 Bed hospital - St. Joseph’s Medical Center and a 100 + Physician Multi Specialty group, representing 25 medical specialties and providing care at 7 locations.

Brainerd is situated an easy drive 125 miles north of Minneapolis. We have over 465 lakes in the area, ideal for boating, swimming, and fishing! Bike, hike, rollerblade, snowmobile, or ATV on the miles and miles of trails winding through lakes, rivers and forests. Attend one of the numerous community or art festivals. We also boast award winning golf courses given the award of "Top 100 Public courses to play" by Golf Digest. 520 holes of golf! Along with the amenities for outdoor enthusiasts, Brainerd offers excellent schools, rated in the top 1000 schools nationwide by Newsweek, fine dining, distinct shopping, and activities for all ages, an active community arts and theatre program.

Visit www.explorebrainerdlakes.com to learn more about the community

PRACTICE SPECIFICS

Current team of 1 MD and 3 APPs
100% endoscopy; no call
APP manages inpatient services with MD completing add-on procedures
All admissions managed by IM hospitalist service
Ability to practice “bread and butter” GI
No buy-in, no malpractice, no overhead and no seniority issues

REQUIREMENTS

BC/BE Gastroenterology

LOCATION

Brainerd, MN – located at the center of Minnesota
Home to top bike trails, lakes, hunting, fishing, schools, and restaurants in rural MN
Brainerd has a Delta Airport hub with twice-daily flights to MSP
Brainerd Lakes Area population: 65,000; Regional service area: 115,000
125 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul

COMPENSATION

$2,750 per 8-hour shift

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.

Search or Apply online at www.essentiahealth.org/careers or contact:

Laurie Swor, Senior Physician Recruiter

Email: Laurie.Swor@EssentiaHealth.org

St Josephs Medical Center

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

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