Gastroenterologist- GI Physician

Valley View's GI Center is seeking a Gastroenterologist to join our team, driven by the growth of our community and a high demand for patient care.

To learn more about Valley View's Gastroenterology Center, please click on the following link: Gastroenterology in Glenwood Springs | Valley View Hospital [https://www.vvh.org/gastroenterology-center/]

• The Gastroenterology Center at Valley View
• Valley View is an independent, nonprofit health system based in Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
• A thriving regional medical center, Valley View is situated on a 21-acre medical campus offering 78 beds, including an additional 400,000 square feet of advanced hospital and medical offices.
• Its integrated network of physician practices, specialty centers and hospital provide multi-disciplinary care across the health spectrum.
• This practice currently consists of one Advanced GI Medical Director, one general GI physician and 4 APPs. They also maintain a consistent presence from fellowship-trained Gastroenterologists Dr. Paul Levy and Dr. Michael Baird who provide locum services on a regular basis.

Job Description

• and Schedule:
• The incoming physician would join the GI group in Glenwood Springs, CO. https://www.vvh.org/gastroenterology-center/ [https://www.vvh.org/gastroenterology-center/]
• You can expect a 5-day work week with hours of the clinic being Monday-Friday from 8 to 5pm.
• The incoming physician can expect to do a mixture of clinic, endoscopy, OR and hospital coverage.
• In the clinic they are averaging 12-14 patients per day.
• Procedures are done in the hospital surgery department and the onsite endoscopy suite. They are currently performing 14-18 procedures per day.
• Call is 1:4; currently every 4th week rotation. APPs take first call for the clinic. Physicians take ED call. Call is considered as very light.

Financial Package and Benefits

• The incoming physician will join The Gastroenterology Center with a guaranteed salary and benefit package. Based on our discussions, the financial package that will be discussed with candidates will be as follows:
• GENERAL GI Base salary of $700,000-$725,000
• Productivity bonus
• Quality bonus of $25,000 per year.
• Sign-on & Relocation Bonus

Additional benefits include

• Health, dental, pharmacy, vision, life, and disability insurance
• $5,000 CME Allowance
• 6 weeks of PTO
• Eligibility to participate in 403b and 457b retirement vehicles
• 401a retirement contribution beginning after one year of service.
• Paid Malpractice insurance

Community Information

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Location

Glenwood Springs is in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Famous for its geothermal amenities and outdoor adventures, Glenwood Springs is home to one-of-a-kind attractions and is arguably the best destination for Colorado hot springs [https://www.visitglenwood.com/things-to-do/hot-springs/?utm_source=colorado_com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=citypage]. Glenwood Hot Springs Resort is considered the world’s largest mineral hot springs pool; it features two enormous outdoor pools and the award-winning Spa of the Rockies. Just downstream, Iron Mountain Hot Springs is situated along the Colorado River and boasts 16 smaller natural-springs pools, all varying in shape and temperature. America’s only mountaintop amusement park, Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, combines spectacular cave tours and thrill rides with breathtaking views of the Roaring Fork Valley. The Yampah Spa and Vapor Caves feature naturally occurring mineral-steam baths, a rare geological feature. Hanging Lake [https://www.visitglenwood.com/hanginglake/?utm_source=colorado_com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=citypage], located in Glenwood Canyon, is a U.S. Forest Service designated National Natural Landmark and is considered one of the most beautiful hikes in Colorado.

A four-season destination, there is no shortage of things to do in Glenwood Springs [https://www.visitglenwood.com/things-to-do?utm_source=colorado_com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=citypage]. During the warm-weather months, rafting the Colorado River through scenic Glenwood Canyon, cycling paved and unpaved trails and fishing miles of Gold Medal rivers and streams are top choices for visitors. In autumn, Glenwood Springs welcomes leaf-peepers and big-game hunters to the area. Skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling at Sunlight Mountain Resort dominate winter itineraries.

• Glenwood Springs also has a dynamic dining and entertainment [https://www.visitglenwood.com/restaurants?utm_source=colorado_com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=citypage] scene.
• With everything from farm-to-table eateries to award-winning breweries, Glenwood Springs’ restaurant scene is a consistent source of culinary delights.
• For entertainment, the Glenwood Vaudeville Revue keeps visitors in stitches with its hilarious comedy-musical dinner show.
• At the Riviera Supper Club & Piano Bar, visitors can listen to live music while they dine.
• The restaurant also hosts musical and mystery-themed dinners and events.
• Other venues regularly offer music and some night spots offer dancing.

• The town has a vibrant history [https://www.visitglenwood.com/history?utm_source=colorado_com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=citypage]. In the late 1800s, dentist-turned-gambler/gunfighter John Henry “Doc” Holliday came to Glenwood Springs seeking a cure for his advanced tuberculosis. Unfortunately, his illness was too far advanced for a cure. Western history and “Doc” fans pay homage to the icon by making the short hike to his grave marker in Linwood Cemetery and by visiting the Doc Holliday Museum in the heart of downtown.
• Visit Glenwood Springs:
• https://visitglenwood.com/ [https://visitglenwood.com/]
• https://www.colorado.com/cities-and-towns/glenwood-springs [https://www.colorado.com/cities-and-towns/glenwood-springs]
• https://www.hotspringspool.com/ [https://www.hotspringspool.com/]
• Mileage/Distance to:
• Aspen– 41 miles
• Snowmass – 35 miles
• Beaver Creek– 50 miles
• Vail – 60 miles
• Top public schools: Roaring Fork Schools https://www.rfsd.k12.co.us/en-US [https://www.rfsd.k12.co.us/en-US]
• Top private schools: Colorado Rocky Mountain School & Liberty Classical Academy

Application submission end date

This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.