PHYSICIAN - Gastroenterology - Brainerd, MN
About the role
Essentia Health Brainerd is part of an integrated health system that includes a 165‑bed hospital — St. Joseph's Medical Center — and a 100+ physician multi‑specialty group representing 25 medical specialties across 7 locations. The community sits 125 miles north of Minneapolis, with over 465 lakes, extensive trails for biking, hiking, snowmobiling and ATV use, award‑winning golf courses, top‑rated schools, fine dining, distinct shopping, and a vibrant arts and theatre scene.
- Current team: 1 MD and 2 APPs
- Practice mix: 70% endoscopy, 20% clinic, 10% inpatient
- All admissions managed by internal medicine hospitalist service
- Call schedule: 1 weekend per month, 1 night per week
- “Bread and butter” GI practice
- No buy‑in, no malpractice, no overhead, no seniority issues
Requirements
- Board Certified / Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
Location
Brainerd, MN — centrally located in Minnesota with a Delta Airport hub offering twice‑daily flights to Minneapolis/St. Paul. The Brainerd Lakes Area population is 65,000; regional service area 115,000. The area features top bike trails, lakes, hunting, fishing, highly rated schools, and restaurants.
- 125 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul
- Brainerd Clinic; day/evening/night rotation; 1.0 FTE
Compensation
$715,000 greater of salary or floor. Hired candidates may be eligible for additional compensation through bonuses, quality incentives, or production‑based compensation.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with supplemental options
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- Professional development: training, tuition reimbursement, educational programs
- Flexible scheduling
- Generous time off
- Wellness resources for physical, mental, and emotional health
Benefit eligibility may vary; refer to your benefit summary or contact the HR Service Center at (218) 576‑0000 for full details.