PHYSICIAN - Pediatric Gastroenterologist

1 month ago
TennesseeFull TimeGastroenterology

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Job Description

About the Role

Join East Tennessee Children's Hospital as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist – Tennessee Children's Hospital in United States.

Requirements

  • Supervisory Responsibilities: YES Minimum Education: MD Required License/Certification Required: Current DEA and DPS certificate of registration.
  • Minimum Work Experience: 1 year experience in pediatrics preferred.
  • REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Active listening, critical thinking and the ability to reflect a professional and caring persona for patients and families.
  • Knowledge of ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques.

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join East Tennessee Children's Hospital as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist – Tennessee Children's Hospital.

Key Skills

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingPediatric CareMedical ProtocolsDiagnosisTreatment PlanningDiagnostic Tests InterpretationPrescribing MedicationStaff OversightMedical Record KeepingPatient EducationConfidentialityCollaborationProfessional DevelopmentTime ManagementCharge Recording
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Position Insights

Gastroenterology — Physician Career Context

This Gastroenterology position at East Tennessee Children's Hospital is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Gastroenterology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $420k, with the typical range spanning $330k to $560k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Tennessee.

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Pediatric Care, Medical Protocols, Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Diagnostic Tests Interpretation, Prescribing Medication. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Gastroenterology role.

Core responsibilities: The physician provides direct medical patient care by interviewing, examining, and treating clinical patients to meet their medical needs, including the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic healthcare issues. Responsibilities also include ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, formulati...

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