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$25k Sign On* Gastroenterologist Opening with Established Private Practice | Columbus, GA

Tenet HealthcareColumbus, GeorgiaPosted 1mo ago·attending physician
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Gastroenterology·Full-time·Full-time; 2 half-days admin time weekly; 2 weeks CME time annually · Light call; 1 dedicated APP covers hospital consults and rounding·FPay transparency
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Overview

The package

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Full-time Gastroenterologist opportunity with an established private practice in Columbus, GA, offering a $550,000 starting salary, $25,000 sign-on bonus, 1-in-9 light call, 2 half-days of protected admin time weekly, and partnership eligibility in Year 1 (ASC in Year 2). J-1 and H-1B visas are accepted.

  • $550k/yr employer-posted compensation with salary structure
  • $25,000 signing bonus disclosed
  • Full-time; 2 half-days admin time weekly; 2 weeks CME time annually · Light call; 1 dedicated APP covers hospital consults and rounding
  • 2 weeks PTO or vacation disclosed
  • Private Practice · Ambulatory Surgery Center / Outpatient Endoscopy Center with hospital coverage · Primarily outpatient/ASC-based GI; hospital consults and rounding covered by dedicated APP
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Posted pay vs real comps

Posted pay
$518k$550k/$553k
Posted pay Physician-reported range Reported median

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Compensation

Type
Pay not verified
Structure
salary
Signing bonus
$25,000
PTO
2 weeks
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Employer

Tenet Healthcare

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Facility & Community

Columbus, Georgia
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Facility details
Practice setting
Private Practice
Facility type
Ambulatory Surgery Center / Outpatient Endoscopy Center with hospital coverage
Patient population
Patients with digestive/gastrointestinal diseases across Georgia and Alabama communities
Community snapshot
Peer median
$550k
7 reports · Georgia
Active supply
1
1 in Columbus
Transparent pay
0/1
state roles with reviewed pay
Work-life
Private Practice
Cost of living
97
below U.S. avg (100) · BEA Regional Price Parities
Schools
-0.2
grade levels vs U.S. avg · NAEP 2024
7 SalaryDr Gastroenterology reports in Georgia show a $550,000 median.
1 active Gastroenterology roles in Georgia, including 1 in Columbus; 0 include reviewed transparent pay.
Physicians in this comparison cohort report 4.1/5 average job satisfaction.

Questions to ask the employer

  • Is $550,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • Is the $25,000 signing bonus subject to repayment or clawback, and over what commitment period?

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Work Design

Schedule
Full-time; 2 half-days admin time weekly; 2 weeks CME time annually
Call burden
Light call; 1 dedicated APP covers hospital consults and rounding
Inpatient / outpatient
Primarily outpatient/ASC-based GI; hospital consults and rounding covered by dedicated APP
Coverage model
3 physicians + 5 APPs; 1 APP dedicated to hospital consults/rounding
Admin burden
2 half-days of protected administrative time per week
FTE
1
Teaching
No
Research
No
Supervises APPs
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No
Visa sponsorship
yes
J-1 waiver
Yes
H-1B
Yes

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
Pay not verified
First seen
1 wk ago
Last verified
1 wk ago
Extraction confidence
82%
Verify on original posting

Full description

Opportunity Criteria<br /><br />Specialty: Gastroenterology<br /><br />Candidate Type: MD, DO<br /><br />Visas Accepted: J-1 or H-1B<br /><br />Loan Repayment: Not Specified<br /><br />Salary Range: Not Specified<br /><br />Employment Type: Full Time<br /><br />Bonus Offered: Sign-on<br /><br /><strong>Gastroenterologist Opportunity in Columbus, GA</strong><br /> $25,000 Sign-On Bonus | Excellent Work-Life Balance | Partnership Potential <br /> <br />Join a thriving and well-established practice in Columbus, Georgia, as a <strong>Full-Time Board Certified or Board Eligible Gastroenterologist</strong> We proudly serve communities throughout Georgia and Alabama with cutting-edge, patient-centered care.<br /> <b><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></b><ul> <li><strong>Competitive Compensation</strong>: Starting salary of <strong>$550,000</strong></li> <li><strong>Sign-On Bonus</strong>: <strong>$25,000</strong></li> <li><strong>Work-Life Balance</strong>: Enjoy <strong>2 half-days of protected administrative time</strong> each week</li> <li><strong>Light Call</strong>: <strong>1 in 9</strong> call schedule</li> <li><strong>CME & Time Off</strong>: <strong>2 weeks CME</strong> with annual allowance</li> <li><strong>Relocation Assistance</strong> provided</li> <li><strong>Partnership Opportunity</strong>:<ul> <li><strong>Practice partnership eligible in Year 1</strong></li> <li><strong>ASC (Ambulatory Surgery Center) partnership in Year 2</strong></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <b><strong>Practice Highlights</strong></b><ul> <li>Join a collaborative team of <strong>3 physicians and 5 advanced practice providers</strong></li> <li>1 dedicated APP for hospital consults and rounding</li> <li>Full-spectrum GI services with a well-equipped support team</li> <li>Advanced technology and modern facilities</li> <li>Office and ASC conveniently located in same building! </li> </ul> <b><strong>Comprehensive Benefits</strong></b><ul> <li>Health, dental, and malpractice insurance</li> <li>IRA with employer matching</li> <li>Relocation and CME support</li> </ul> <b><strong>Discover Life in Columbus, Georgia</strong></b><br /> <br /><strong>Southern Charm. Urban Energy. Outdoor Adventure.</strong><br /> <br />Welcome to <strong>Columbus, GA</strong> - a vibrant, welcoming city that blends Southern hospitality with modern amenities and a strong sense of community. As Georgia's second-largest city, Columbus offers a perfect mix of professional opportunity, recreational excitement, and a low cost of living that makes it easy to thrive both personally and professionally.<br /> <br />Located along the beautiful <strong>Chattahoochee River</strong>, Columbus is a haven for outdoor lovers, with whitewater rafting, zip-lining, and scenic riverwalk trails just minutes from downtown. The city also boasts an emerging food scene, diverse cultural attractions, historic neighborhoods, and a growing arts community.<br /> <br /><strong>Why You'll Love Living Here:</strong><ul> <li><strong>Outdoor Living at Its Best</strong>: Home to the longest urban whitewater course in the world, miles of biking and hiking trails, and year-round mild weather.</li> <li><strong>Big City Access, Small Town Feel</strong>: Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with <strong>easy access to Atlanta (just 1 hour away)</strong> and proximity to <strong>gulf coast beaches and mountain getaways</strong>.</li> <li><strong>Affordable & Family-Friendly</strong>: Great public and private school options, affordable housing, and a safe, family-oriented environment.</li> <li><strong>Thriving Local Economy</strong>: Anchored by healthcare, military (Fort Moore), tech, and higher education, Columbus offers a stable and growing job market.</li> <li><strong>Rich Culture & Entertainment</strong>: Explore museums, live music, theaters, festivals, and an exciting downtown scene.</li> </ul><strong>Ready to take the next step in your GI career?</strong><br />Apply today and join a team dedicated to excellence in patient care-and a lifestyle you'll love.<br /><br />Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee'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.<br /><br />Columbus Endoscopy Center delivers professional care for various digestive diseases. Our state-of-the-art facility makes it easier for you to have quality endoscopic procedures in a comfortable, easily-accessible outpatient setting at a reduced fee compared to the typical hospital inpatient setting. We perform upper and lower endoscopies as well as colonoscopies. We utilize the latest technologies and lab testing for diagnosis and prevention of digestive and gastrointestinal diseases.<br /> <br />We have been providing care in the greater Columbus area for more than 20 years. Our providers, including physicians and physician's assistants are highly-trained and well-skilled in virtually all areas of digestive disease diagnosis and treatment.<br /><br />Contact Information<br /><br />Contact:<br /> Rhonda Bishop<br /><br />Phone:<br /> 623-201-6212<br /><br />Fax:<br /><br />E-mail:<br /> Click here to e-mail.<br /><br />* When making contact with the person who posted this opportunity, please tell them you saw their posting on PracticeMatch.<br /><br />991000LH

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