<p>A well-established 253-bed acute care hospital on Florida's west coast is recruiting two Gastroenterologists — one for a general GI practice and one for an advanced GI practice — to join an expanding team with single-hospital coverage and a shared call model. The facility has served its county and surrounding region since 1975 and carries a portfolio of prestigious accreditations that reflect the depth and quality of its clinical programs. Florida's zero state income tax and the west coast's renowned lifestyle make this an exceptionally attractive destination for GI physicians at any career stage.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Generous compensation package (specific figures available upon inquiry)</li> <li>No Florida state income tax — a meaningful take-home advantage over most states</li> <li>Sign-on bonus included</li> <li>Relocation assistance provided</li> <li>401(k) participation</li> <li>PTO plus dedicated CME time off and CME allowance</li> <li>Robust, comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision details available upon inquiry)</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Two open positions: one General GI (standard endoscopic and GI procedures) and one Advanced GI (ERCP, EUS, and related advanced procedures)</li> <li>Single-hospital coverage model — no multi-site travel burden</li> <li>Shared call arrangement supports a strong quality of life</li> <li>253-bed full-service acute care hospital with a broad referral base across the county and surrounding region</li> <li>24/7 emergency care, orthopedic and spine care, stroke care, cardiovascular surgery, general surgery, and oncology all on campus — generating robust GI consultation volume</li> <li>American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (ACoS CoC) accredited cancer program — comprehensive designation</li> <li>Designated Stroke Center of Excellence</li> <li>Chest Pain Center with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) capability</li> <li>Certified Orthopedic and Spine Center</li> <li>Facility has operated continuously since 1975, reflecting deep community integration and institutional stability</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility through the American Board of Internal Medicine — Gastroenterology subspecialty</li> <li>General GI position: competency in the full spectrum of standard GI procedures (upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, and related interventions)</li> <li>Advanced GI position: procedural proficiency in ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), and related advanced endoscopic techniques</li> <li>Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Florida's west coast is one of the most sought-after regions in the country for physicians relocating from higher-cost, higher-tax states — offering world-class Gulf beaches, a warm year-round climate, and a cost of living that stretches compensation significantly further than comparable coastal markets. The area combines a relaxed outdoor lifestyle with a growing, diverse population and strong school options, making it equally appealing for physicians with families and those seeking an active solo lifestyle. The absence of state income tax amplifies every dollar of compensation from day one.</p>