Leading Digestive Care Team Lakes Bay Region

Covenant Health Care is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Gastroenterologist to join our thriving, hospital-employed practice. You will become part of an established, collegial group of 5 physicians and 3 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), dedicated to providing extraordinary care to our community.

This is an opportunity to step into a busy, ready-made practice with a strong referral base and the support of the regions largest comprehensive healthcare system.

Practice Highlights

• Established Team: Join a cohesive group of 5 experienced Gastroenterologists supported by a dedicated clinical staff, including 3 APPs, 4 RNs, 12 MAs, and an embedded pharmacist to assist with medication management.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work primarily in our centralized Covenant Digestive Care Center, a modern facility designed for provider efficiency and patient comfort.
• 7 private procedure rooms equipped with high-definition flat screens and advanced diagnostic technology.
• 25 private admission/recovery rooms with semi-private bathrooms to comfortably accommodate patients and their families.
• Specialized bronchoscopy negative pressure procedure rooms.
• Balanced Schedule: Enjoy a predictable work-life balance with office hours Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
• Shared Call: Call is shared on a weekly rotation with your partners, ensuring ample downtime.
• Broad Scope of Practice: The opportunity exists to perform a full spectrum of procedures, including colonoscopies, upper endoscopies, and ERCPs.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive, comprehensive compensation package designed to support your financial and professional goals:

• Competitive Base Salary with lucrative bonus incentives.
• Signing Bonus & Moving Expenses.
• Loan Repayment Assistance & Education Stipend available.
• Full Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus robust retirement savings plans.
• Professional Development: Generous support for CME and continuing education.

About Covenant Health Care

Covenant Health Care is the largest, most comprehensive healthcare system in the Great Lakes Bay Region. As an independent, non-profit health system, we are locally governed, meaning decisions are made right here in our community by people who live and work alongside you.

• Award-Winning Employer: Recognized as a "Best-in-State Employer" by Forbes ) and consistently awarded "A" Safety Grades by The Leapfrog Group.
• Technology Leader: We are a "Most Wired" designated organization, recognized for effective use of technology to enhance patient care and streamline provider workflows.

Community:
Life in Saginaw & The Great Lakes Bay Region

Located in the heart of Michigan, Saginaw offers a vibrant, welcoming community with a cost of living significantly lower than the national average. It is the ideal place to build a career while enjoying a high quality of life.

• Outdoor Recreation: Explore over 82 acres of trail systems, 541 acres of parkland, and extensive water activities on the Saginaw River and Saginaw Bay.
• Culture & Entertainment: Enjoy diverse local attractions including the Dow Event Center, the Japanese Cultural Center, and the nearby Bavarian charm of Frankenmuth.
• Family-Focused: The region is home to quality public and private schools, as well as Saginaw Valley State University, creating a strong environment for families.
• Convenience: Experience a "big city feel" with small-town convenienceminimal traffic and easy access to international airports and major metropolitan areas.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Michigan.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.