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Posted: 31-May-26
Location: LEXINGTON, Kentucky
Categories:
Physicians/Surgeons
Job Summary and ResponsibilitiesCHI Saint Joseph Medical Group, part of CommonSpirit Health, is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Gastroenterology physician to join our team in London, Kentucky.
This is an exceptional opportunity to practice General Gastroenterology in a supportive, patient-centered environment with a collaborative medical community, access to advanced technology, four endoscopy suites, and the ability to shape your own practice while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
At CommonSpirit Health, our mission is to make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while advancing social justice for all. We are looking for physicians who share our commitment to clinical excellence, compassionate care, and service to the community.
Practice Highlights:
- G.I. group currently consists of 4 MD's, 5 APRNs , CMA's and support staff
- Four endoscopy suites
- Minimal call
- Be as busy as you want to be early; existing patient panel and large referral base
- High earning potential!
Offer Includes:
- Competitive salary guarantee for up to 3 years and a lucrative production model after guarantee period.
- Additional quality-based bonus
- Up to $200,000 in recruiting incentives including sign-on bonus, student loan assistance, residency bonus, and relocation assistance
- 1 week CME, $4,000
- 33 days PTO plus 6 paid holidays per year
- Paid malpractice insurance/tail coverage
- Eligible for student loan forgiveness through federal and state forgiveness programs
- Health benefits include medical, dental, vision, health spending accounts, short-term disability, MyWellness benefits, and mental health resources.
- Retirement options (both standard and ROTH options) through Fidelity with up to 3% match PLUS an additional annual company contribution of 3% of your salary to your choice of 401k or pension plan.
- EPIC- electronic health record system integrated throughout all hospital and practice locations
Job RequirementsQualified candidates should have:
- MD or DO degree
- Successful completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency program in the United States or Canada
- Successful completion of an accredited Gastroenterology fellowship program in the United States or Canada
- Board certification or active participation in the board examination process
- Open to new graduates
- Eligibility for medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Kentucky
- DEA license or eligibility
- Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- A commitment to patient-centered, compassionate care
- Interest in serving the needs of patients throughout London, Laurel County, southeastern Kentucky, and the broader CHI Saint Joseph Health service area
- J-1/H-1B visa sponsorship available
Where You'll WorkCHI Saint Joseph Medical Group - Gastroenterology in London provides expert digestive health care using advanced, minimally invasive procedures. The team offers colon cancer screening, specialized ultrasound imaging to diagnose and treat digestive conditions, removal of precancerous growths, and care for conditions such as Barrett's esophagus.
The London gastroenterology practice is located at 1025 Saint Joseph Lane, 2nd Floor, London, Kentucky, and is connected to the broader CHI Saint Joseph Health network serving Central and Eastern Kentucky.
About CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group
CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group is the employed provider network of CHI Saint Joseph Health. With approximately 275 providers, the medical group offers care in 88 locations across Central and Eastern Kentucky, including primary care, family medicine, internal medicine, and specialty services.
The medical group is dedicated to delivering personalized, compassionate care based on the unique needs of patients and communities throughout the region.
About Saint Joseph London and CHI Saint Joseph Health
Saint Joseph London, part of CHI Saint Joseph Health and CommonSpirit Health, is a 150-bed regional hospital established in 1926. The current $152 million, 340,000-square-foot facility opened in 2010 and serves London, Laurel County, and communities throughout southeastern Kentucky, including Clay, Laurel, Jackson, Knox, Pulaski, Rockcastle, and Whitley counties.
The hospital is committed to providing high-quality care guided by CommonSpirit's mission and core values of Compassion, Inclusion, Integrity, Excellence, and Collaboration.
CHI Saint Joseph Health is one of Kentucky's largest health systems, with 100 locations in 20 counties, including hospitals, physician groups, clinics, primary care centers, specialty institutes, and home health agencies. The system serves patients in 35 counties across Central and Eastern Kentucky.
About the Community - London, Kentucky
Located in Laurel County in southeastern Kentucky, London offers a welcoming community with a strong connection to outdoor recreation, regional culture, and convenient access along I-75. The area is known for beautiful rolling hills, forests, nearby lakes, and access to larger cities such as Lexington and Louisville while maintaining the peacefulness and affordability of a smaller community.
Physicians and their families enjoy:
A family-friendly community with a small-town feel and regional access throughout southeastern Kentucky
Outdoor recreation through the London Ranger District of Daniel Boone National Forest
Access to Laurel River Lake for boating, fishing, paddling, scuba diving, and lakeside recreation
Hiking, biking, mountain biking, off-road recreation, and scenic trails throughout the surrounding Appalachian foothills
Convenient access to I-75 and nearby communities including Corbin, Somerset, Richmond, Lexington, and Louisville
Local amenities including a farmers market, museums, historic sites, restaurants, and community events
An excellent setting to build a high-demand gastroenterology practice while enjoying a balanced lifestyle in southeastern Kentucky
About CommonSpirit Health
CommonSpirit Health is a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. Across its national network, CommonSpirit delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites, and hospital-based locations, in addition to home-based services and virtual care offerings. Its vision is 'a healthier future for all - inspired by faith, driven by innovation and powered by our humanity.'
Our values - Compassion, Inclusion, Integrity, Excellence, and Collaboration - guide how we serve our patients, communities, and one another.
