Gastroenterology Physician

Your Opportunity

Appalachian Regional Healthcare invites a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Gastroenterologist to join our expanding specialty team at Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center. This role offers the chance to provide expert gastroenterology care in a growing, collaborative environment that values quality, innovation, and community impact. You’ll practice within a large, integrated health system that supports your clinical expertise while fostering strong local relationships to improve digestive health outcomes throughout Eastern Kentucky and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of gastrointestinal disorders including liver, pancreas, esophageal, and colorectal diseases
• Perform advanced endoscopic procedures including colonoscopy, EGD, and therapeutic interventions
• Work closely with primary care, surgery, oncology, and radiology teams to coordinate multidisciplinary patient care
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and regional clinical collaborations

Why ARH?

• Competitive compensation with RVU-based incentives and sign-on/relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, malpractice with tail coverage, 403(b), CME stipend and paid leave
• Student loan repayment and visa sponsorship (H-1B/J-1) available
• Practice support includes advanced EHR systems, experienced clinical staff, and a strong referral network

Your Location: Life in Prestonsburg & Eastern Kentucky

• Access to the scenic beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, including nearby parks and trails for hiking, fishing, and boating
• Affordable housing and low cost of living promote a balanced, comfortable lifestyle
• A community rich in Appalachian culture with local festivals, music, and crafts
• Family-friendly neighborhoods with good schools and access to higher education institutions

Candidate Profile

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Gastroenterology
• Experienced in both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy
• Committed to delivering patient-centered care in a rural and regional health setting
• Collaborative, adaptable, and aligned with ARH's core values

Benefits

• Generous starting bonuses and relocation assistance
• Competitive salary with RVU production model
• Loan forgiveness programs
• Stipend considerations
• Great comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and vision
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO): 29 days annually
• CME reimbursement with 5 additional PTO days
• Malpractice coverage
• J-1 to H-1 immigration legal support