Gastroenterologist IBD Specialist
About the role
Intermountain Health, a large not-for-profit health system, seeks a board‑certified or board‑eligible IBD Gastroenterologist to join its expanding multidisciplinary IBD team at its flagship medical center in the Salt Lake City metro area. The role focuses on building a thriving IBD‑focused practice with at least 50% IBD care from day one, with opportunity to expand over time, and includes access to future ambulatory surgery center (ASC) opportunities as they become available. The position offers no inpatient responsibilities during the week and an excellent work‑life balance.
Responsibilities
- Provide IBD‑focused clinical care (minimum 50% of practice) and expand IBD volume over time.
- Collaborate with a dedicated APP, dietitian, RN, and multidisciplinary IBD team.
- Perform endoscopy procedures (2 days per week) and clinic visits (2 days per week).
- Handle administrative duties (1 day per week).
- Participate in shared call coverage; weekend call limited to 4–6 per year.
- Contribute to quality improvement and potentially earn department incentives.
Requirements
- Board‑certified or board‑eligible in Gastroenterology (BC/BE).
- IBD fellowship is not required; candidates with general GI training are eligible.
Pay
$625,000 annual base salary.
Benefits
- $50,000 starting bonus.
- $1,500 monthly training stipend for up to 2 years.
- Up to $40,000 annual department quality incentive.
- Up to $75,000 student loan repayment assistance.
- Up to $20,000 relocation bonus (distance‑based).
- Up to 40 days of discretionary time off per year (CME, vacation, holidays).
- Access to future ASC opportunities as they become available.
Schedule
Monday–Friday clinical schedule with shared call; weekend call limited to 4–6 per year. Typical week includes 2 endoscopy days, 2 clinic days, and 1 administrative day.