<p>A respected multi-specialty group on Florida's Emerald Coast is recruiting a full-time, employed Gastroenterologist to join its outpatient-focused practice in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The position centers on ambulatory GI care with inpatient consult support as needed, backed by a hospital-based GI lab staffed 24/7 and a call rotation of 1:3. Advanced endoscopists with ERCP or EUS experience will find a well-equipped environment ready to support that scope of practice, though those skills are not required. Fort Walton Beach sits on the Gulf of Mexico's Emerald Coast — one of the most sought-after lifestyle destinations in the Southeast.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Full-time employed position with competitive physician compensation and financial stability</li> <li>Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution</li> <li>Paid professional liability (malpractice) insurance</li> <li>CME allowance provided</li> <li>Professional dues and subscriptions reimbursed</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Outpatient-focused gastroenterology practice embedded within a multi-specialty group on the Emerald Coast</li> <li>Hospital-based GI lab operating 24/7, supporting both elective and urgent procedural volume</li> <li>Inpatient consult responsibilities included as needed alongside the primary ambulatory caseload</li> <li>Hospital call rotation structured at 1:3 — a manageable frequency within a shared group model</li> <li>ERCP and/or EUS capability preferred and supported; advanced endoscopists can practice to full scope</li> <li>Modern, well-equipped facility within a thriving regional healthcare community</li> <li>Supportive group environment that emphasizes professional growth and work-life balance</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Gastroenterology</li> <li>Successful completion of an accredited Gastroenterology fellowship program</li> <li>Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in Florida</li> <li>Comfort with outpatient-focused GI practice and the ability to support inpatient consultations</li> <li>ERCP and/or EUS experience preferred; prior inpatient consult experience preferred but not required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Fort Walton Beach occupies a prime stretch of Florida's Emerald Coast, where the Gulf of Mexico's turquoise water and white-sand beaches define everyday life. The region offers a low cost of living relative to other coastal Florida markets, highly rated public and private schools, and year-round outdoor recreation ranging from deep-sea fishing and water sports to hiking in nearby state parks. Pensacola and Destin are minutes away, and the area's military presence and steady tourism economy give it a stable, diverse community character that appeals to physicians seeking both professional opportunity and an exceptional quality of life.</p>