<p>A physician-owned gastroenterology practice in Waco, Texas is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Gastroenterologist to join an established, collegial group in the heart of Central Texas. The practice operates a newly established Ambulatory Surgery Center featuring two dedicated endoscopy rooms, an infusion suite, and six exam rooms — giving the incoming physician a fully built-out procedural platform from day one. Advanced endoscopists with ERCP and EUS proficiency are especially encouraged to apply, though those skills are not a hard requirement. This is a direct-employment opportunity with a physician-owned group that offers genuine scheduling flexibility and a clear path to practice ownership.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary with sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with profit-sharing component</li> <li>CME time and CME allowance included</li> <li>Vacation and sick time provided</li> <li>Flexible scheduling structure designed to support work-life balance</li> <li>Access to ancillary revenue streams including in-house infusion services and pathology</li> <li>Newly established Ambulatory Surgery Center with two endoscopy rooms, infusion suite, and six exam rooms</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Physician-owned, independent practice — clinicians retain meaningful control over practice direction and patient care decisions</li> <li>Newly built Ambulatory Surgery Center on the practice platform: two endoscopy rooms, infusion suite, and six exam rooms</li> <li>Ancillary services integrated into the practice: infusion therapy and pathology</li> <li>Hospital call coverage at one facility; call frequency runs 1 night per week and 1 weekend per month (approximately 1:4 to 1:6 rotation)</li> <li>ERCP and EUS capability is desirable and can expand the procedural scope of the role for qualified candidates</li> <li>Supportive group environment with infrastructure in place to allow the incoming physician to build a practice aligned with personal clinical goals</li> <li>Opportunity to develop and expand practice services within an innovative, growth-oriented group</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Gastroenterology (ABIM)</li> <li>Medical degree with completed residency training in Gastroenterology (internal medicine residency plus GI fellowship)</li> <li>Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in good standing</li> <li>Comfort with hospital call coverage at the frequency described (1 night/week, 1 weekend/month)</li> <li>Proficiency in ERCP and EUS desirable but not required</li> <li>Demonstrated interest or experience in practice development and service-line expansion</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Waco sits at the geographic center of the Texas Triangle — roughly 90 miles south of the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex and 100 miles north of Austin — offering easy access to two major metros while maintaining a distinctly lower cost of living and a strong sense of community. Home to Baylor University, the city has seen significant economic and cultural investment in recent years, with a revitalized downtown, a growing restaurant and arts scene, and highly regarded public and private school options. The surrounding Central Texas landscape provides year-round outdoor recreation, and the region's warm climate, affordable housing, and family-friendly character make it a compelling destination for physicians seeking quality of life alongside a thriving clinical practice.</p>