Gastroenterology Hospitalist
About the role
Join a state-of-the-art Endoscopy Center as a full-time Gastroenterology Hospitalist with Kadlec in Richland, Washington. The position requires expertise in ERCP and focuses on inpatient care, with support from a multidisciplinary team including internal medicine hospitalists, intensivists, interventional radiology, colorectal, trauma, acute, and vascular surgeons. The role includes occasional ICU procedures and attending for all GI patients.
Responsibilities
- Provide inpatient gastroenterology care for all GI patients.
- Perform ERCP procedures as needed.
- Occasionally perform procedures in the intensive care unit.
- Collaborate with IM hospitalists, intensivists, IR, colorectal, trauma, acute and vascular surgeons.
- Participate in mentorship of new graduates.
Requirements
- Board‑certified or board‑eligible gastroenterology physician with ERCP expertise.
- Eligibility for J‑1 waiver or H‑1B sponsorship (in‑house immigration counsel available).
- Open to new graduates; mentorship opportunities provided.
Schedule
5‑day on, 10‑day off rotation (full‑time).
Compensation
Base compensation ranges from $546,622 to $741,568 per year. The amount may include productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, extra shift incentives, and CME benefits as applicable.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, vision, dental, and retirement plans.
- In‑house APC support.
- Professional student‑debt counseling at no charge.
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Where You’ll Work
Kadlec Regional Medical Center is a 337‑bed hospital recognized by U.S. News & World Report, featuring a growing heart and vascular program, a Level II Trauma Center, and a world‑class digital imaging center. The facility has earned a 5‑star rating from CMS and an “A” grade from the Leapfrog Group.
Where You’ll Live
Richland, Washington, located at the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima rivers, offers abundant outdoor recreation, excellent education, and a thriving wine industry. The area enjoys a dry climate with hot summers, mild winters, and over 300 days of sunshine annually, providing year‑round activities such as golf, fishing, and cycling.
Who You’ll Work For
Kadlec is the leading health‑care organization in the Tri‑Cities and surrounding southeast Washington region, operating Kadlec Regional Medical Center and more than 40 primary and specialty care clinics. As part of the Providence family, Kadlec employs over 3,000 staff committed to safe, compassionate care.