Washington Gastroenterology (WAGI) — the largest GI practice in Washington State — is recruiting a full-time, board-eligible or board-certified Gastroenterologist to join its well-established, physician-led private practice based in Bellevue, WA. The group spans 15 locations across Western Washington, supported by more than 30 board-certified gastroenterologists and 20 advanced practitioners. This is a salaried outpatient-primary role with a clear partnership track, a 4-day work week, and call no more frequent than 1:10 — a structure designed for genuine work/life balance in one of the Pacific Northwest's most desirable markets.
Perks and Benefits
- Salaried compensation range of $450,000–$500,000
- Partnership track within an independent, physician-led practice affiliated with GI Alliance's national network
- 401(k) plan with maximum employer contributions for physicians
- 5 weeks of paid annual vacation
- Full benefits package for physicians and their families: medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and basic life insurance
- National-scale MSO infrastructure (analytics, revenue cycle, compliance, operational support) reducing administrative burden so physicians focus on patient care
Practice Highlights
- Largest GI practice in Washington State: 15 locations across Western Washington, 30+ board-certified gastroenterologists, and 20+ advanced practitioners
- Outpatient-primary role with an equal share of inpatient and call responsibilities; call frequency no less than 1:10
- 4-day work week structure supporting sustainable clinical practice
- Full spectrum of clinical GI services: hemorrhoid banding, capsule endoscopy, breath testing, manometry/pH studies, ERCP, EUS, and infusion services
- Dedicated endoscopy centers utilizing state-of-the-art equipment for colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, and esophageal dilation
- On-site laboratory services across the practice network
- Physician-led governance structure: Physician Executive Committee, Regional Clinical Governance Boards, and Local Head Physicians — clinical decision-making remains with clinicians
- Management Services Organization (MSO) model provides national-scale data analytics, technology, and revenue cycle support without displacing physician autonomy
- Community-based private practice setting with the resources of a nationally affiliated GI network
Qualifications
- Board eligible or board certified in Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine — Gastroenterology)
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Gastroenterology fellowship
- Active Washington State medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Procedural competency across standard diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy; advanced procedural skills (ERCP, EUS) are a plus given the group's service offerings
- Commitment to community-based, outpatient-primary practice with shared inpatient and call coverage
About the Community
Bellevue sits on the eastern shore of Lake Washington, directly across from Seattle, offering urban amenities with a distinctly livable pace — consistently ranked among the most desirable mid-size cities in the country for quality of life, top-rated public schools, and low crime. The broader Puget Sound region stretches from saltwater shorelines to the slopes of Mount Rainier, delivering year-round outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, kayaking, and cycling alongside a thriving culinary, arts, and professional sports scene — home to the Seahawks, Mariners, Sounders FC, and the NHL's Seattle Kraken. For physicians relocating from higher-cost coastal metros, Bellevue offers a compelling combination of Pacific Northwest lifestyle, strong schools, and a dynamic technology-driven economy.