<p>A well-established gastroenterology group in Bayonet Point, Florida — in the northern suburbs of Tampa — is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Gastroenterologist to join a traditional inpatient/outpatient practice anchored by a 392-bed acute care hospital. The facility is the sole Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center serving a three-county region of one million residents, offering a high-acuity referral base and a collegial single-office practice model. Florida's zero state income tax and the Tampa Bay area's year-round lifestyle make this an exceptionally attractive destination for physicians at any career stage.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive compensation package (details provided upon inquiry)</li> <li>No Florida state income tax — a meaningful take-home advantage</li> <li>Occurrence-based professional liability insurance (no tail exposure)</li> <li>Comprehensive and flexible benefits package</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with eligibility to participate</li> <li>Paid time off plus dedicated CME days and a CME allowance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Single-office outpatient location combined with inpatient hospital coverage — a streamlined, focused practice model</li> <li>Inpatient coverage at a 392-bed acute care hospital serving the northern Tampa suburbs since 1981</li> <li>Only Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center in a three-county catchment area with a population of one million</li> <li>Hospital holds a five-star rating for hip fracture treatment, spinal fusion surgery, and total knee replacement</li> <li>Joint Commission Sepsis Certification and Level 2 cardiovascular services with adult cardiac surgery on site</li> <li>Recognized as a Top 100 Hospital for Superior Clinical Outcomes in orthopedic, spine, and vascular surgery — reflecting a culture of clinical excellence that supports GI referral volume</li> <li>Advanced endoscopy skills (ERCP and EUS) are a valued differentiator but are not required for the role</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Gastroenterology (ABIM)</li> <li>Completion of an ACGME-accredited Gastroenterology fellowship</li> <li>Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>Comfort with both inpatient consultation and outpatient endoscopy/clinic volume</li> <li>ERCP and EUS capability is a plus and may expand scope of practice within the group</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Bayonet Point sits in Pasco County on the northern edge of the Tampa Bay metropolitan area, offering suburban quality of life with easy access to one of Florida's most dynamic urban corridors. The region features year-round warm weather, Gulf Coast beaches within a short drive, a robust dining and arts scene in Tampa proper, and a cost of living that compares favorably to other major Florida metros. Families benefit from a range of public and private school options, and outdoor enthusiasts enjoy boating, fishing, and nature preserves throughout the area.</p>