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Gastroenterologist - University Cancer & Blood Center

GastroenterologyFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Gastroenterologist Opportunity
  • University Cancer & Blood Center
  • Athens, GA

Job Summary

  • Occupation: Physician
  • Specialty: Gastroenterology
  • Clinic Location: Athens, GA
  • Employment: Full-Time
  • Setting: Private Practice, Outpatient/Inpatient
  • Board Certifications: BE/BC
  • Degree: MD/DO

Ideal Candidate

  • General Gastroenterologists encouraged to apply
  • Completion of an Advanced GI Fellowship in Advanced Endoscopy or Therapeutic Endoscopy preferred
  • Experienced Physicians and Fellows encouraged to apply

About the Role

University Cancer & Blood Center is seeking a Gastroenterologist to join our growing team within our division, University Health Alliance. In this role, you will join two experienced Gastroenterologists and four Advanced Practice Providers to deliver both general and advanced gastroenterology services.

Our physicians practice in state‑of‑the‑art facilities, including our own Endoscopy Center, and work closely with Medical Oncologists, Surgical Oncologists, Colorectal Surgeons, and other specialty teams.

Together, we provide coordinated, patient‑centered care across the continuum, including care delivered through our established High‑Risk GI Clinic.

This opportunity is well-suited for an experienced physician or fellow who values clinical excellence, collaboration, and the opportunity to build a long‑term practice within a well‑supported private practice setting.

About Athens, GA

Athens, Georgia is a vibrant and welcoming community known for its rich culture, historic charm, and lively arts and music scene. Home to the University of Georgia, the city offers a dynamic blend of college‑town energy and established neighborhoods, with excellent dining, local shops, and year‑round events.

Athens also provides access to outdoor recreation, including nearby parks, trails, and rivers, while maintaining a strong sense of community. With a growing economy, affordable living, and a unique mix of tradition and creativity, Athens is an appealing place to live and work.

What We Offer

  • Top-Tier Compensation – No cap on earning potential
  • Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life
  • Retirement Plan – Secure your future
  • Work-Life Balance – Paid time off
  • Professional Growth – CME reimbursement, leadership opportunities
  • Research & Innovation – Access to clinical trials, conferences, & cutting-edge technology

About the Practice

University Cancer & Blood Center (UCBC) has served the oncology and hematology needs of patient in Athens, Northeast Georgia, and beyond for nearly 40 years. As highly skilled medical professionals, we do not just deliver treatments, but treat the whole person through our groundbreaking "Live Well" program.

Our goal is to consistently provide the highest level of care possible, while also increasing our focus on deeper, more holistic approaches to the broader needs of our patients and their families through social support, nutrition counseling, transportation, in-house pharmacy, and palliative care.

We have a robust clinical trial program, the second-largest in the state, that allows our physicians to transform the field of cancer care and expand their skills.

With specialists in Hematology/Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Breast Surgery, and our cutting-edge Theranostics treatment program, our dynamic team of providers embody our broader mission of providing the best possible outcome for every patient.

Our culture of innovation helps attract the best cancer-care minds in the country - add your skills to our team today!

University Cancer & Blood Center is proud to partner with OneOncology, a nationwide platform uniting premier independent specialty practices, including United Urology Group and SunState Medical Specialties.

Together, we are advancing an integrated ecosystem of Medical Oncology, Urology, and Radiation Oncology, ensuring patients receive seamless, high-quality care across all aspects of their treatment journey.

OneOncology’s physician-led, data-driven, and technology-enabled model fosters collaboration, clinical excellence, and innovation across our network.

Through shared platforms and programs like OneR, our non-exclusive clinical trial site management subsidiary, partner practices gain access to cutting-edge research and multi-center trials, allowing patients to benefit from the latest therapies and coordinated care, all within a single, patient-focused organization.

If you would like to apply or learn more about this opportunity, please email your CV to keighly.daak@oneoncology.com

I look forward to speaking with you!

Key Responsibilities

The Gastroenterologist will deliver both general and advanced gastroenterology services within a private practice setting. They will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of oncologists and surgeons to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and be board eligible or board certified in Gastroenterology. Completion of an advanced GI fellowship in advanced or therapeutic endoscopy is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Medical oncology coordinationSurgical oncology coordinationColorectal surgery coordinationHigh-risk GI clinic management

Gastroenterology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the Physician market look like in Georgia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedPhysician median $572k (middle half $483k–$630k)188 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingGeorgia index 96.3US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
All physician listings in Georgia562 active22,591 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedGeorgia physician listings (all specialties): 28% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 9% offer loan repayment562 active listings, Nov 2026
Gastroenterology hiring demand#19 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 46 days · 22% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 121 postings, 113 closed
New Gastroenterology listings166 in the last 30 days120 the 30 days before (+38%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physician pay trend (all specialties)−1.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Georgia figures use all physicians: too few Georgia Gastroenterology postings state pay.

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.4this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Gastroenterology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 378 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About One Oncology

Hospitals and Health Care
Albany, NY
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
Disability, Life
Retirement Plan
Paid time off
CME reimbursement
Leadership opportunities
Clinical trials access

Living in Athens

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$329k
Typical market rent
$1,782/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.3
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Athens-Clarke County, GA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.