<p>A well-established Children's Center in Asheville, North Carolina is recruiting a Pediatric Gastroenterologist to join a collaborative pediatric subspecialty program at the only children's hospital serving Western North Carolina. The practice offers dedicated endoscopy capability, robust subspecialty support, and a manageable clinical volume within a hospital-employed model. Asheville's combination of Blue Ridge Mountain recreation, a nationally recognized food and arts scene, and strong schools makes this one of the most sought-after small-city destinations in the Southeast.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hospital-employed position with competitive base salary and performance bonus structure</li> <li>Sign-on bonus provided</li> <li>Relocation assistance available</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer matching</li> <li>CME reimbursement plus dedicated CME time off</li> <li>Paid professional liability insurance (details available upon inquiry)</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Average clinical volume of approximately 20 patients per day</li> <li>1:3 call schedule</li> <li>Dedicated endoscopy suite with full procedural support</li> <li>Integrated support from GI pathology, pediatric radiology, and pediatric anesthesiology</li> <li>Multidisciplinary feeding team collaboration for complex cases</li> <li>Strong working relationships with pediatric subspecialists across the broader interdisciplinary team</li> <li>Practice based within the only children's hospital in Western North Carolina — the regional referral destination for the full pediatric subspecialty spectrum</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatrics with subspecialty certification or eligibility in Pediatric Gastroenterology</li> <li>Completion of an accredited Pediatric Gastroenterology fellowship</li> <li>Active North Carolina medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure in North Carolina</li> <li>Comfort with the full scope of pediatric GI practice including diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Asheville sits in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains and consistently ranks among the most livable small cities in the United States, offering an exceptional quality of life at a cost well below comparable coastal markets. Outdoor enthusiasts have immediate access to world-class hiking, cycling, whitewater recreation, and some of the most scenic waterfalls in the East, while the city itself is home to a nationally recognized culinary scene, thriving live music venues, and a strong independent arts culture. Families benefit from excellent public and private school options, including respected regional boarding schools, and the Asheville Regional Airport provides convenient direct connections, with Charlotte and Greenville both reachable within two hours by car.</p>