We Are Hiring- Specialty: Gastroenterology
- Schedule: Full-time; M-F; 8:00am to 5:00pm
- Call Schedule: Weekday 1:4/Weekend 1:8
- Practice Detail: Join a team of 3 experienced physicians and 3 advanced practice providers!
- EMR System: Cerner
- Facility: Ascension Medical Group Via Christi
- Location: Wichita, Kansas
This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) Designation Type.
What You Will DoAscension Medical Group Via Christi is looking for a BC/BE Gastroenterologist to join our team in Wichita, Kansas.
Position Highlights:- Join a great tenured team of 3 Physicians and 3 Advanced Practice Providers!
- Wonderful support staff to help you build your practice.
- Weekday Call is 1:4/Weekend Call is 1:8 with complex endoscopy backup.
- Salary guarantee, with production incentive.
- Sign-on and Relocation available.
Responsibilities:- Evaluate and treat patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinate discharge planning with case management.
- Recommend, participates in, and work to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
- Accept patient referrals from other physicians. Act as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
- Participate in academic programs (eg medical education and research) as requested.
- Provide appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
- Participate in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.
About Ascension Medical Group Via Christi- Largest multi-specialty group practice in Kansas including locations in Manhattan, Wamego and Wichita - More than 300 providers in 40 specialties providing mission-minded care for all.
- Academic affiliation with the University of Kansas School of Medicine and sponsorship of 6 residency and 2 fellowship programs.
About Wichita- Family-friendly metropolitan area of approximately 500,000.
- Voted #1 city for overall affordability by Business Insider.
- Excellent amenities including a new airport, award- winning schools, affordable housing and diverse economic base.
- Home to four university campuses including the University of Kansas School of Medicine and Wichita State University.
About Ascension Medical GroupAscension Medical Group is a clinician-led provider organization focused on delivering high-quality health outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With 2,000 sites of care and 7,600 providers, physicians and advanced practice providers have the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians across one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the U.S. When you join our team, you'll benefit from competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, innovative technology and countless opportunities for growth.
What You Will NeedLicensure / Certification / Registration:
- Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by the Local Credentialing Office required.
Education:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
Visa EligibilityH1-B Visa and J1 Visa Eligible
Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerAscension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.
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Why Join Our Team?Ascension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services.
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
BenefitsPaid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
