A board-certified or board-eligible gastroenterologist is sought to join Digestive Health and Endoscopy Center, a physician-led, GI Alliance-affiliated private practice in Thibodaux, Louisiana — situated between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, roughly 45 minutes from New Orleans International Airport. The practice operates across two clinic locations (Thibodaux and Houma) and holds exclusive scheduling access at its own dedicated endoscopy center, Thibodaux Endoscopy LLC. The group offers a structured, predictable schedule, advanced diagnostic equipment, and a clear partnership track with practice ownership potential — a compelling combination for a gastroenterologist ready to build a long-term career in a collegial, autonomous environment.
Perks and Benefits
- Generous sign-on bonus plus a separate start-date bonus
- Fellowship stipend available for candidates still completing training
- Relocation allowance provided
- Annual CME allowance
- Partnership track with a path to practice ownership within the employed position
- Local clinical autonomy backed by GI Alliance national infrastructure — including analytics, revenue cycle management, and operational support
- J-1 visa candidates encouraged to apply
Practice Highlights
- Outpatient gastroenterology care delivered across two clinic locations in Thibodaux and Houma, Louisiana
- Structured, defined clinic hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00 am–4:30 pm; Friday 8:00 am–2:00 pm
- Exclusive scheduling access at Thibodaux Endoscopy LLC, a dedicated endoscopy facility with 2 procedure rooms and 6 pre/post-op bays
- Advanced specialty equipment on-site, including Fibroscan (liver stiffness assessment) and SB Pillcam capsule endoscopy
- gGastro EHR used for documentation and patient management — a GI-specific platform purpose-built for the specialty
- Collaborative team of 3 physicians and 2 nurse practitioners providing integrated GI care
- Physician-led practice model with GI Alliance affiliation providing national-scale operational and analytical support
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Gastroenterology (MD or DO)
- Fellowship training in Gastroenterology required
- Active Louisiana medical license or eligibility to obtain one
- Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered specialty care in an outpatient and endoscopy-center setting
- J-1 visa candidates are welcome and encouraged to apply
About the Community
Thibodaux is a welcoming small city in the heart of Lafourche Parish, nestled in the Louisiana bayou country between Baton Rouge and New Orleans — offering the cultural richness and culinary tradition of South Louisiana with a significantly lower cost of living than either major metro. New Orleans International Airport is approximately 45 minutes away, making travel convenient for both personal and professional commitments. The region is known for its tight-knit community feel, outdoor recreation along the bayous and Gulf Coast, and a vibrant local food and festival culture that makes it a genuinely distinctive place to live and practice.