Gastroenterology Physician - Riverside Gastroenterology Specialists - Riverside Medical Group - Smithfield, Virginia
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$558K - $722K
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Job Description
As a provider with Riverside Health Medical Group, you would join a team of providers who are respected leaders and part of our collaborative care delivery team. Our providers care for our patients as if they are those they love.
Our core values are built into our provider compact that outlines our dedication to our patients as our first priority. Our providers encourage patient involvement, embrace change, and take ownership in the success of the team and the organization. If that resonates with you, we would like to speak to you.
Hiring Range: $558,000.00– $722,000.00 Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance Riverside Medical Group is seeking a full-time Board Certified/Board Eligible General Gastroenterologist to join our expert team at Riverside Gastroenterology Specialists in Smithfield, Virginia Gastroenterology with Heart—Right Here in Smithfield, Virginia Position: Full-Time General Gastroenterologist Location: Riverside Gastroenterology Specialists – Smithfield, Virginia Organization: Riverside Health Medical Group Looking for a place where your expertise is valued, your lifestyle is balanced, and your impact is real?
Whether you're an experienced physician or a new graduate, this is your opportunity to grow in a supportive, patient-focused environment.
What Makes This Role Stand Out: Outpatient-focused practice with inpatient coverage responsibilities Inpatient call coverage at Riverside Smithfield Hospital Advanced practice provider support in both clinic and hospital settings Strong primary care referral base ensures a steady patient flow Epic EMR for seamless documentation and care coordination Teaching opportunities with Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Emergency Medicine residents New graduates welcome—mentorship and support available Your Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive GI care in outpatient and inpatient settings Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures (colonoscopy, endoscopy, etc.) Participate in inpatient consults and call coverage Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes Educate patients on GI health, prevention, and treatment options Engage in teaching and mentoring if desired Compensation & Benefits: Attractive base salary with top end earning potential Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement Malpractice coverage with tail 6 weeks PTO Signing bonus + relocation allowance Final year training stipend + retention bonuses Qualifications: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology License to practice in Virginia Current DEA certification Join a team where your skills are respected, your growth is supported, and your care makes a difference.
Learn More Explore Riverside Medical Group and discover why we’re the perfect place to grow your career: Riverside Medical Group – Provider Recruitment -riversideonline.com Smithfield Hospital-riversideonline.com Company Overview: Why Join Riverside?
Riverside Health System is a trusted community partner, known for its commitment to excellence in healthcare. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.
Benefit Overview
Benefits That Go Beyond the Basics Riverside Health System is known for exceptional care—not just for our patients, but for our team members too. We’re committed to supporting your well-being with innovative, holistic benefits designed to keep you engaged, fulfilled, and thriving.
Well-being & Support Programs Safe Haven – A confidential resource for emotional support and guidance VITAL WorkLife – A comprehensive support system to help address burnout, career fatigue, and mental health challenges Behavioral health and counseling Clinician Peer Coaching Program Legal and financial consultations VITAL WorkLife mobile app Worklife Concierge services 24/7 phone support Peer coaching resources We’re Here for You Our teams are available to answer your questions and guide you through the process.
Riverside providers are supported every step of the way—with tools, mentorship, and a culture that values clinical excellence, joy in practice, and community impact. Riverside providers become the leaders of tomorrow.
An unshakable commitment to clinical excellence is central to our culture and is made evident in our systems and technology, our emphasis on joy in the workplace, our focus on philanthropy and all we do for the communities we serve.
You’ll be set up for success as you tap into decades of diverse expertise in evidence-based care and helpful employee Live Where Others Vacation: Enjoy life in coastal Virginia, where charming communities, rich history, and scenic beauty meet.
Whether it’s waterfront living, cultural attractions, or top-rated schools—you’ll find your perfect balance here.
Community Overview: riversidehealthsystem.box.com What Brings people to Virginia planetware.com Smithfield: Great Small town in Virginia Genuine Smithfield exudes the charm and graciousness of bygone eras.
Long known for its hams, the town also boasts a rich history, picturesque Main Street, and a vibrant arts scene.
Savor a visit to Genuine Smithfield where you'll feel as if you've come home. smithfieldva.gov elocallink. tv Riverside Health Established in 1915, Riverside Health is a non-profit, integrated health network dedicated to serving the communities of Eastern Virginia.
Riverside’s network of services includes acute care, Riverside Medical Group, lifelong health, academic residency programs and fellowships and community benefit initiatives.
Facilities include four acute-care hospitals with a Level II Trauma Center and NICU, as well as a mental health and recovery hospital with a dedicated psychiatric emergency department.
Additional facilities include a physical rehabilitation hospital, and a critical illness recovery hospital operated in partnership with Select Medical. Riverside is currently expanding its footprint with the construction of Riverside Smithfield Hospital, opening in early 2026.
Riverside Medical Group is one of Virginia’s largest and most diverse multispecialty group practices composed of more than 800 physicians and advanced practice providers in locations throughout the region.
Specialties and services include primary care, internal and family medicine, urgent care, imaging and diagnostics, cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics and sports medicine, women’s health and more.
Riverside Lifelong Health encompasses three active senior living communities, four lifelong health and rehabilitation facilities, The Martha W. Goodson Center and At Home services consisting of ChooseHome, in-home private care, home health, palliative care and hospice care.
Riverside’s network of care also includes two medical wellness and fitness centers, comprehensive physical therapy services, the Riverside Foundation and the Riverside College of Health Sciences.
For more information on Riverside Health, visit riversideonline.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram and YouTube.
Eastern Virginia The area offers a variety of local attractions, including Virginia’s Historic Triangle (Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown), the Virginia Beach oceanfront and the Shenandoah Valley, all within driving distance.
You can experience all four seasons, the mountains, the ocean and are only a few hours from our nation’s capital. There are options for rural and urban living, local public schools are some of the best in Virginia and the area is family-friendly, with attractions like Busch Gardens and Water Country USA close by.
At a Glance Five acute care hospitals (Riverside Smithfield Hospital opens January 2026) Three specialty hospitals: Riverside Mental Health & Recovery Center, Long-term Acute Care in partnership with Select Medical and Rehabilitation in partnership with Select Medical A coverage area of 8,000 square miles in eastern Virginia More than 9,500 team members More than 800 clinical providers Over 110 Riverside Medical Group offices M.D. Express Urgent Care Three Active Senior Living Communities Four Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation locations At Home Services – ChooseHome, In-Home Private Care, Home Health, Palliative Care and Hospice Care The Martha W. Goodson Center Physical Therapy and Medical Wellness & Fitness Centers Awards The Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Grade A – Riverside Regional Medical Center, Riverside Doctors’ Hospital Williamsburg CHIME Digital Health Most Wired Recognition – Riverside Health Top 100 Rural and Community Hospitals in the U.S. – Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital 2025 Becker’s Healthcare Nation’s Top Medical Training Facilities – Riverside Simulation Training Lab 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes List – Patriots Colony at Williamsburg, Sanders and Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Smithfield 2024 Newsweek 150 Best Spine Surgeons in the U.S. – Dean Borissov Kostov, M.D. & William H. McAllister IV, M.D. 2024 List of Great Community Hospitals – Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Certified Age-Friendly Hospital – Riverside Doctors’ Hospital Williamsburg At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities.
Unfortunately, job scams are on the rise across the country, and we want to help you feel confident in knowing what is — and is not — part of our hiring process. Learn more about how to recognize a legitimate Riverside job opportunity and what to do if you suspect a scam by visiting this site.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive gastroenterology care across both outpatient and inpatient settings, including performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in inpatient consults and call coverage at Riverside Smithfield Hospital.
Requirements
Must hold an MD or DO degree and be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology. Requires a valid license to practice in Virginia and current DEA certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Gastroenterology — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$640k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $633k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Gastroenterology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 12.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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