BayCare Medical Group·Gillette, Florida
Provide gastroenterology services in both outpatient and inpatient settings at the Manatee HealthHub and BayCare Hospital Manatee. Establish a community presence and develop referral relationships to ensure a strong patient base prior to the hospital's opening.
Position Overview BayCare Medical Group, the largest and most respected physician-led medical group in the Tampa Bay area, has an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Board Certified Gastroenterologist for our brand-new Manatee HealthHub location - an innovative outpatient facility scheduled to open in Fall 2026, marking BayCare’s expansion into this dynamic new market.
This 45,000 square-foot-facility will be housed on the campus of BayCare’s newest hospital – BayCare Hospital Manatee, a 154-bed facility scheduled to open in 2028.
We are seeking two Gastroenterologists to see patients in the outpatient and inpatient settings.
Candidates with experience and those proficient in ERCP are strongly preferred.
Introducing gastroenterology services ahead of the hospital opening provides valuable time to establish a presence in the community, develop referral relationships, and begin building trust in the quality of care associated with the BayCare brand.
This early footprint will be critical to ensuring a strong patient base is in place by the time the hospital opens.
With onboarding a gastroenterologist ahead of the hospital’s opening will allow sufficient time for integration into our clinical teams and the development of care pathways.
This ensures that hospital-based gastroenterology coverage is in place from day one, with a fully aligned Gastroenterologist ready to support acute and consultative needs.
ER coverage frequency is expected to be 1:4.
The Manatee Health-Hub facility will house primary care and specialty services, in addition to ancillary lab and imaging services including 3T MRI, X-ray, CT, PET CT, mammography, DEXA and ultrasound.
A minimum of two years of experience.
Board Certification by The American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology.
Ability to obtain a Florida medical license. Company Overview
BayCare Medical Group offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to attract and retain top talent. As a valued member of our team, you can expect the following benefits: Competitive Base Salary Incentive Bonus Sign-On Bonus Retirement Plan plus employer match Paid Time Off CME Allowance Malpractice Insurance Insurance Coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance Extras including College Savings Plans, Child Care, Auto & Pet Insurance, Wellness Centers, Product & Service Discounts and more Join BayCare Medical Group and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that not only supports your professional growth but also enhances your overall well-being and quality of life. We value our team members and are committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling work environment. About BayCare: BayCare continues to be a top destination to work, receive, and provide care — a commitment that’s reflected in our recent recognitions. Nationally, we were honored as a 2025 Top Workplace in the USA by USA Today and Energage. Locally, Tampa Bay Times and Energage named BayCare a Top Workplace for the 11th consecutive year. This year, we’re especially proud to be recognized as the top health care system in the country and the highest-ranked Florida-based company at No. 17, and recognized for the fifth time by the prestigious PEOPLE® Companies That Care list, as well as an eight-time recipient of the FORTUNE Best Workplaces in Health Care™ award. BayCare Health System is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, comprising a network of 16 hospitals and a wide range of services, including imaging, laboratory, behavioral health, home health care, and urgent care. Our mission is to connect patients with a full spectrum of preventive, diagnostic, and treatment services to meet their health care needs throughout their lifetime.
Requires a minimum of two years of experience and Board Certification by The American Board of Internal Medicine in Gastroenterology. Candidates must be able to obtain a Florida medical license, with ERCP proficiency strongly preferred.
Market context
Florida gastroenterology openings are often driven by ongoing demand for digestive care and access to procedural services, so candidates with hospital-based experience are commonly considered. This role is competitive because it requires at least two years of experience, ABIM Gastroenterology board certification, Florida licensure eligibility, and ERCP proficiency is strongly preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your procedural experience and licensure status before applying.