Physician Gastroenterology - Competitive Salary

Company: Summit Recruiting Group
Location: Merced
Posted on: March 29, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Gastroenterology opening in Merced, CA Located in Merced: population of 82,436 39 miles south of Modesto and 131 miles east of San Francisco. H1B sponsorship Position Details: Permanent position Full-time - join a supportive and collegial GI practice Diagnose and treat a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, small intestine, and colon disorders Perform endoscopies and GI screenings; manage complex GI conditions Opportunity to develop subspecialty interests within Gastroenterology Collaborate with a dedicated team of primary care and specialty providers supported by a strong referral network Modern facilities with advanced diagnostic services at Medical Center (186-bed not-for-profit hospital) Shared telephone call only – no hospital inpatient call Compensation Details: * Competitive salary: $600,000 – $650,000 annually plus productivity-based incentives* Comprehensive health benefits, including 100% employer-paid medical and dental coverage for employee and family Annual CME allowance Malpractice insurance provided Generous paid time off 401(k) plan with employer match Employer-sponsored pension plan Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible Requirements: MD or DO degree Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology ERCP skills preferred but not required Active California medical license (or ability to obtain) Current DEA registration Strong communication and teamwork skills* Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse community Community Details: Located in central California’s San Joaquin Valley Affordable cost of living with easy access to Yosemite National Park, San Francisco, and the Central Coast* Family-friendly community with excellent schools and year-round outdoor recreation Merced: Merced is a growing city of 82,000 with a new 190-bed hospital and a University of CA campus, both of which have attracted a large number of physicians to our community. The UC is also planning for the development of a medical school. Merced is located in an ideal setting that offers the best of both worlds: close proximity to all the amenities of large metropolitan areas and the low cost, low stress environment of a family oriented Central CA community. A short two hours drive will get you to San Francisco; the quaint coastal towns of Monterey and Carmel; and Sacramento, the state capital. We are a short drive to Yosemite with all its grandeur and recreational options. Tahoe is a four hour drive for great summer and winter recreation. The city boasts its own orchestra and theater company and is host to a variety of festivals throughout the year. In addition, our growing community offers 18-hole golf courses and more than 12 miles of class-one, grade-separated bike paths.

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