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Gastroenterology Hospitalist Opportunity – CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center | Shreveport, Louisiana
Shape the future of inpatient GI care while enjoying an exceptional quality of life in Northwest Louisiana.
CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center is seeking a Gastroenterology Hospitalist to join a growing and innovative gastroenterology program in Shreveport, Louisiana. This position offers the opportunity to focus on inpatient consultative and procedural gastroenterology while working alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team in a busy regional referral center.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Dedicated hospital-based GI practice with strong inpatient procedural volume
- Opportunity to help build and expand a growing gastroenterology service line
- Supportive administration committed to physician leadership and program development
- Modern endoscopy facilities and access to advanced technology
- Collaborative relationships with hospitalists, intensivists, surgeons, and oncology specialists
- Employed position within the nationally recognized CHRISTUS Health system
Position Highlights
- Inpatient gastroenterology consult service
- Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures
- Management of complex GI disorders, GI bleeding, liver disease, and urgent inpatient consultations
- Shared call structure designed to support work-life balance
- Advanced endoscopy experience (ERCP preferred) welcomed
- Opportunity for leadership and program growth initiatives
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Sign-on bonus
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Malpractice coverage with tail
- Generous CME allowance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off and professional development support
About CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center
CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center is a respected tertiary-care hospital serving the Ark-La-Tex region. As part of CHRISTUS Health, physicians benefit from the resources of a large faith-based healthcare organization while maintaining a collegial, physician-focused practice environment.
Life in Shreveport
Shreveport offers:
- Affordable cost of living
- Excellent housing options
- Short commute times
- Strong public and private schools
- Outdoor recreation, lakes, fishing, and golf
- Regional airport with convenient travel access
- Vibrant arts, dining, and entertainment scene
Ideal Candidate
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
- Passion for inpatient gastroenterology and hospital-based care
- Interest in procedural medicine and complex consultative cases
- Team-oriented physician seeking to help grow a regional GI program
Join a health system that values physician leadership, clinical excellence, and innovation while enjoying the lifestyle advantages of one of Louisiana's most affordable and welcoming communities.
Recruiter Contact Information:
Lynda Corotan
Lynda.corotan@Christushealth.org
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