Washington Gastroenterology (WAGI) is recruiting a full-time, board-eligible or board-certified Gastroenterologist to join its physician-led community practice serving Bellevue, Puyallup, and Tacoma, WA. This is the largest GI practice in Washington State — more than 30 board-certified gastroenterologists and 20 advanced practitioners across 15 Western Washington locations — offering a rare combination of community-practice autonomy and enterprise-scale operational support. The role carries a competitive salary range of $475,000–$550,000, a structured 4-day workweek, and a clear partnership track, making it one of the more attractive GI opportunities in the Pacific Northwest.
Perks and Benefits
- Salary range: $475,000–$550,000 annually
- Partnership track available for long-term equity participation in a physician-led group
- 401(k) plan with maximum employer contributions for physicians
- 5 weeks of annual paid vacation
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance covering employee and family
- Long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and basic life insurance included
Practice Highlights
- 4-day workweek structure built to support sustainable work/life balance
- Call schedule no less than 1:6 across a large, well-staffed group
- Full outpatient GI and endoscopic scope of practice: colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, esophageal dilation, ERCP, EUS, and capsule endoscopy
- Additional clinical services include hemorrhoid banding, breath testing, manometry/pH studies, and infusion therapy
- Multi-site community-based clinic model across 15 locations in Western Washington, including Bellevue, Puyallup, and Tacoma
- Group of 30+ board-certified gastroenterologists supported by 20 advanced practitioners — one of the largest GI groups in the state
- Backed by a national MSO infrastructure providing analytics, revenue cycle management, compliance, and operational services — physicians retain full clinical autonomy
- Physician-led governance model with a clear path to partnership and ownership
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree required
- Board eligibility or board certification in Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine — Gastroenterology)
- Completion of an accredited Gastroenterology fellowship
- Active Washington State medical license or eligibility to obtain one
- Proficiency in standard endoscopic procedures; advanced procedural skills (ERCP, EUS) are a strong asset
- Ability to thrive in a large, collaborative, multi-site group practice environment
About the Community
Tacoma sits on the southern end of Puget Sound, offering direct access to the natural beauty of Mount Rainier, the Olympic Peninsula, and the San Juan Islands — all within a short drive. The city has undergone significant revitalization, with a vibrant arts scene, waterfront dining, and a cost of living meaningfully lower than Seattle, which is just 35 miles to the north. Tacoma's strong public and private school options, diverse neighborhoods, and year-round outdoor recreation make it a compelling destination for physicians seeking Pacific Northwest lifestyle without the premium price tag of the greater Seattle core.