General Gastroenterologist – Fredericksburg, VA
Listed compensation
$540k-$560k
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Job Description
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Job Summary
The Gastroenterologist provides comprehensive consultative, diagnostic, and therapeutic gastroenterology services for patients with disorders of the digestive system. This physician delivers high-quality care across outpatient clinics, endoscopy centers, hospital settings, and affiliated care sites while supporting the continued growth and strategic development of the gastroenterology service line.
In addition, the Gastroenterologist collaborates closely with advanced practice providers, primary care physicians, hospitalists, surgeons, oncologists, and other specialists to ensure seamless care coordination and timely access to services. The physician participates in quality improvement initiatives, operational efficiency efforts, clinical program development, and educational activities that support organizational goals and enhance the patient experience.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Provides comprehensive gastroenterology services across outpatient, inpatient, and ambulatory surgery center settings.
Collaborates with Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in a team-based care model to support patient evaluation, treatment planning, and continuity of care.
Participates in established referral management and patient triage processes to ensure timely access to gastroenterology services.
Works collaboratively with hospital medicine, oncology, surgical services, and other multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
- Contributes to the development, implementation, and expansion of gastroenterology programs and services.
- Participates in quality improvement, patient access, and operational initiatives designed to enhance clinical outcomes and service delivery.
- Provides care across multiple practice locations within the health system's regional service area.
- Supports service line initiatives through participation in physician leadership, quality, operational, educational, or mentoring activities as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Education, Experience and Qualifications
Required
- Completion of ACGME-accredited Gastroenterology Fellowship
- License and/or Certifications
Required
- MD or DO degree
- Board Certification or Eligibility in Gastroenterology
- Active Virginia License and DEA
Base Salary Range
$540,000 (min) - $560,000 (max)
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Compensation Pay Range
$259.62 - $269.23
Key Responsibilities
The Gastroenterologist provides comprehensive consultative, diagnostic, and therapeutic services across various clinical settings including hospitals and endoscopy centers. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care coordination and contribute to the strategic development of the gastroenterology service line.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed an ACGME-accredited Gastroenterology Fellowship and hold an MD or DO degree. An active Virginia medical license and DEA registration are required, along with board certification or eligibility in Gastroenterology.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
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 ~$550k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $544k 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 4.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$544k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Gastroenterology listings in Virginia | 19 active | 400 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Virginia Physician listings: 34% state a sign-on bonus (median $65k) · 25% offer loan repayment758 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Gastroenterology pay trend | −4.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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