This opportunity offers an unparalleled clinical environment tailored to maximize both professional growth and patient impact for a General or Advanced Gastroenterologist. The patient population is diverse and robust, reflecting the high demand for gastroenterology services in the Southern California region, which serves over 1 million residents. With 95% of referrals coming directly from primary care providers, the incoming physician will immediately benefit from a steady influx of patients requiring specialized care.
The practice provides a comprehensive range of services, encompassing general GI care as well as advanced procedures such as ERCP and EUS. Candidates who wish to focus on a specific subspecialty, such as IBD or motility, will find ample opportunities to build their practice in these areas, with strong administrative support to line up patients and help establish niche programs. Advanced proceduralists can expect to perform between 100-150 ERCP or EUS procedures annually, with facilities equipped to support high-quality care.
The call schedule is thoughtfully designed, with a 1:4 rotation averaging 5-7 days per month. Flexibility in call assignments ensures an equitable distribution of responsibilities while maintaining manageable workloads. When on call, physicians can anticipate minimal after-hours commitments, with most procedures efficiently managed during regular hours. Advanced cases such as bleeders or urgent ERCPs are well-supported, with only 2-3 ERCPs typically performed after hours each month.
State-of-the-art facilities and technology enhance clinical efficiency. The practice utilizes Cerner EMR across both hospital and clinic settings, ensuring seamless documentation and coordination of care. Olympus 190 scopes, the latest in endoscopy technology, are available at the ASC, further elevating the quality of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The ability to work two endoscopy rooms simultaneously allows for optimized scheduling and productivity during procedure days.
Support services are a significant strength of this practice. A highly skilled team, including colorectal and general surgeons, interventional radiologists, and anesthesiologists, provides integrated care. The practice also employs advanced practice providers (APPs), with a third APP joining soon, to assist with clinic flow and inpatient coverage. This collaborative environment ensures that physicians can focus on delivering specialized care while the broader team manages ancillary tasks and administrative responsibilities.
Additionally, the practice enjoys a well-established relationship with the City of Hope Cancer Center, enabling streamlined consultations and multidisciplinary care for patients with complex GI conditions or gastrointestinal cancers.
Overall, this role balances clinical diversity, procedural expertise, and administrative support, creating an environment where gastroenterologists can thrive professionally while making a significant impact on patient care.