Gastroenterologist

Location: Panama City, FL | Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Bay

About the role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated gastroenterologist to help support a growing practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network. Join a growing team of 3 physicians and 1 APP.

• Practice setting: mix of inpatient, outpatient clinic, and procedures
• Access to ASC, inpatient procedure rooms
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Schedule: mix of clinic, inpatient rounding, and procedural/surgical volume (230 working days annually)
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
• Productivity incentives: RVU-based
• CME allowance + dedicated CME days
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• This job location is in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) and/or Medically Underserved Area/Population (MUA/P)

Responsibilities

• Champion the care team experience for loved ones
• Facilitate practice growth and quality outcomes
• Collaborate with colleagues to foster a highly efficient practice model

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration

Qualifications

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Florida Board of Medicine obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required
• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more

About The Facility

Sacred Heart Bay opened in 1949 and was acquired by Ascension in 2019 to further the Sacred Heart mission in the Panama City community: providing excellent health care to all people, with special attention to the poor and vulnerable.

• 200-bed Level II Trauma Center (part of a robust clinical network with sister facilities in Pensacola, Destin, and Port St. Joe, FL)
• Serving a population of approximately 226,000
• Integrated referral network (largest employed primary care network in NW FL)
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

About The Community

Panama City is home to pristine white beaches and the iconic emerald waters of the Gulf Coast (consistently voted one of the top beaches in the country).

• No state income tax
• Beautiful state parks that provide untainted access to flora and fauna
• Pier Park is a popular destination that offers entertainment, dining, and shopping for people of all ages
• Situated between Eglin AFB and Tyndall AFB, offering a strong military community in Northwest Florida
• Located on St. Andrew’s Bay, offering plenty of salt and freshwater activities, including boating and fishing

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service