Gastroenterologist

Gastroenterologist

St. Charles Health System - Bend, Oregon

Experience the Best of Medicine and Lifestyle in Central Oregon

Join St. Charles Health System, the largest employer in Central Oregon and a trusted leader in healthcare. We are seeking a skilled Gastroenterologist to join our growing team in Bend, Oregon where you can enjoy a thriving career and an unmatched quality of life. Surrounded by mountains, rivers, and endless outdoor adventures, Bend is the perfect place to build your future.

At St. Charles, our mission is rooted in compassion, better health, better care, and better value. Our vision is clear: creating America's healthiest community together.

About the Position

As a Gastroenterologist with St. Charles, you will play an essential role in providing expert care to patients throughout Central Oregon. You will work alongside a collaborative team serving our four-hospital system with locations in Bend, Redmond, Prineville, and Madras.

Schedule

This is a full-time position requiring at least 40 patient contact hours per week. Your time will be split between hospital rounding, procedure block time, and clinic visits. Administrative responsibilities and patient charting are included in your weekly schedule.

Call Expectations

You will participate in a shared call rotation with community providers. The call schedule is anticipated to be one week out of every six but will not exceed one week out of every four, providing you with excellent work-life balance.

Primary Work Location

You will primarily practice at the St. Charles Bend location.

Key Clinical Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services including colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, capsule endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, proctoscopy, and feeding tube insertions

Perform advanced procedures based on training including endoscopic ultrasound and ERCP

Complete thorough patient assessments, histories, and physical exams

Interpret lab results, imaging, and other diagnostic tests

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments, and preventive care

Document all care in the electronic medical record system accurately and in a timely manner

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure excellent patient outcomes

Administrative and Professional Expectations

Actively participate in department meetings and assist in shaping policies for the practice

Maintain current knowledge through CME and required certifications

Ensure all documentation is completed for billing and regulatory compliance

Uphold St. Charles Health System's core values of accountability, caring, and teamwork

Foster a healing environment with professionalism, empathy, and respect

Maintain active privileges at St. Charles Health System hospitals

Qualifications

Education

Graduation from an accredited medical school

Completion of an accredited residency and Gastroenterology fellowship program

Board certification or eligibility in Gastroenterology

Licensure and Certification

Current Oregon MD or DO license or eligibility to obtain

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology (must achieve certification within seven years of fellowship completion)

Unrestricted DEA registration

Unrestricted ability to participate in Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal and state healthcare programs

Experience

Completion of Gastroenterology fellowship required

Two or more years of experience in a combined hospital and clinic setting is preferred

Why Join St. Charles Health System?

Join a mission-driven, community-based health system recognized for excellence

Work in a collaborative environment with access to advanced technology and facilities

Enjoy competitive compensation, full benefits, and a robust retirement plan

Dedicated support for continuing education and professional growth

Live and Work in Bend, Oregon

Discover why Bend is one of the most sought-after places to live and work in the Pacific Northwest. Nestled against the Cascade Mountains and surrounded by the beauty of high desert landscapes, Bend offers:

Over 300 days of sunshine annually

World-class skiing, mountain biking, hiking, and fly fishing

Scenic rivers, lakes, and forests at your doorstep

A vibrant downtown with breweries, restaurants, and cultural events

Family-friendly neighborhoods and excellent schools

A thriving community where work-life balance is truly possible

Ready to Join Us?

Be part of a team committed to providing exceptional care while embracing the Central Oregon lifestyle. Together, we are creating America's healthiest community.

Pay: From $602,420.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

403(b) matching

457(b)

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Malpractice insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Permanent