Gastrointestinal Associates is recruiting a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Gastroenterologist to join its physician-owned private practice in Columbia, Missouri. This is a true private practice opportunity — physicians retain clinical autonomy and participate directly in governance — backed by the operational infrastructure of one of the largest gastroenterology platforms in the country. The position covers the full scope of outpatient and procedural GI care, with a clear partnership track and equitably shared call. Columbia offers a compelling lifestyle combination: a thriving university city with a low cost of living, strong cultural amenities, and easy access to the outdoors.
Perks and Benefits
- Guaranteed base salary for the first two years, with a productivity bonus structure layered on top
- Signing bonus provided at hire
- Relocation allowance included
- Partnership track available following the initial employment period — genuine equity in a physician-owned group
- Call responsibilities shared equitably among all practice partners; paid call coverage
- Annual CME allowance
- Management Services Organization handles revenue cycle, compliance, and operational functions — physicians focus on clinical care
Practice Highlights
- Physician-owned private practice model with local clinical decision-making authority and physician-led governance
- Full-scope outpatient and procedural gastroenterology practice
- Call shared equitably across all partners — no disproportionate burden on newer physicians
- Supported by a national GI platform: access to analytics, technology, and operational infrastructure without sacrificing autonomy
- Active quality, access, and outcomes initiatives in which all physicians participate
- New-physician panel development supported by national data analytics and practice management resources
- MSO model manages non-clinical administrative functions, preserving physician time for patient care
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree required
- Board certification or board eligibility in Gastroenterology (ABIM)
- Completion of an accredited Gastroenterology fellowship
- Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Missouri
- Commitment to patient-centered, high-quality specialty care in a private practice environment
About the Community
Columbia, Missouri is a mid-sized university city of approximately 128,000 residents — home to the University of Missouri — offering the energy and amenities of a college town alongside a genuinely affordable cost of living. The city features a vibrant downtown, a well-regarded arts and cultural scene, and abundant outdoor recreation across the surrounding central Missouri landscape. Positioned roughly midway between Kansas City and St. Louis, Columbia provides easy access to two major metropolitan areas while maintaining the pace and community feel of a smaller city.