Physician - Gastroenterology

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Job Description Summary

Full-Time Gastroenterologist

VHC Health – Arlington, Virginia Full-Time | Main Hospital Campus

VHC Health is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Gastroenterologist to join our growing, patient-centered practice in Tysons, Virginia—one of the most accessible and dynamic medical hubs in the Washington, DC metro area.

This opportunity is ideal for Gastroenterologists living or commuting from Northern Virginia, Washington, DC, or suburban Maryland, offering a strong clinical infrastructure alongside exceptional lifestyle flexibility.

Why VHC Health

VHC Health is a nationally recognized, independent health system known for clinical excellence, innovation, physician engagement, and exceptional patient outcomes.

Highlights include:

· Ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the Washington, DC metropolitan region by U.S. News & World Report

· Multiple “A” Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group

· CMS 5-Star Overall Hospital Quality Rating

· Magnet® designation for nursing excellence

· Accredited with Commendation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC)

· Independent health system with strong physician leadership and administrative support

· Modern ambulatory and inpatient oncology infrastructure with continued investment in cancer services

· Located in Arlington, Virginia — consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States with immediate access to Washington, DC

· At VHC Health, physician leaders have the opportunity to meaningfully influence strategy, operations, quality, and growth while practicing in a collaborative and highly respected clinical environment.

Position Overview

The Gastroenterologist will provide comprehensive, patient-centered digestive health services within VHC Health’s expanding Gastroenterology practice. This physician will deliver high-quality outpatient gastroenterology care, evaluate and manage a broad spectrum of gastrointestinal disorders, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary care teams to ensure seamless coordination of care. Supported by a strong referral network across Northern Virginia, Washington, DC, and suburban Maryland, the Gastroenterologist will play a key role in advancing clinical excellence, enhancing patient access to specialty care, and supporting VHC Health’s commitment to quality, innovation, and exceptional patient outcomes. This opportunity offers the advantages of an established health system, modern practice infrastructure, and a collegial environment dedicated to delivering outstanding digestive healthcare services.

Clinical Responsibilities

· Deliver comprehensive gastroenterology care in primarily outpatient settings

· Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care

· Participate in quality improvement, compliance, and risk management initiatives

· Support VHC Health’s mission to provide timely, patient-centered GI services

Qualifications

· MD or DO from an accredited medical school

· Completion of an ACGME-accredited Gastroenterology fellowship

· One year of GI experience preferred (new graduates encouraged to apply)

· Eligible for or licensed by the Virginia Department of Health Professions

Position Highlights

· Full-time employed position with a highly reputable, award-winning health system

· Established referral base across Tysons, McLean, Arlington, Fairfax County, DC, and Maryland suburbs

· Modern practice setting in a premier business and healthcare corridor

· Highly collaborative medical staff with strong administrative and operational support

· Emphasis on clinical quality, efficiency, and patient experience

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive physician compensation package

· Productivity and quality incentives

· Comprehensive medical benefits

· Generous paid time off and CME allowance for full-time and permanent part-time positions

· Retirement plan options

· Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Job Description

Purpose & Scope: 

The physician is a member of the healthcare team who works in collaboration with other staff to provide comprehensive healthcare services to patients. The scope of practice of each physician is defined through the health system’s credentialing and privileging committee.

The Physician supports objectives, budget, and performance metrics at the individual level.Supports all medical activities at the individual level including implementation of quality control standards, risk management and compliance programs.The role of a physician is to provide quality clinical care to those individuals who have chosen VHC Health in a timely manner to meet the needs of our patients. 

Education: 

Doctorate from accredited medical school is required.

Experience:

One year of medical/surgical experience is required.

Certifications/Licensure:

Licensed to Practice Medicine by the Virginia Department of Health Professions is required.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

• Washington Commanders selected VHC Health as its women’s health partner because of the health system’s continued commitment to advancing women’s health, reducing the stigma of mental health, and creating greater access to care in the Washington, DC metro region.

• Received a top ranking in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals for the fourth year in a row. Ranking over 2,800 hospitals in 28 countries, this study asked 85,000 medical experts across the world to participate in an online survey covering topics such as recommendation of hospital, satisfaction of patient care, quality of care for specific treatments, among other factors.

• Recognized by the Women’s Choice Award for Best Hospital in eight categories: bariatric surgery, obstetrics, heart care, minimally invasive surgery, orthopedics, cancer care, comprehensive breast care, women’s services, mammogram and patient experience. This award is graded based on the best publicly available information, patient surveys and accreditation information, and the Women’s Choice Award delivers a simplified, objective ranking to each category.

• Named a 2023 Best Cancer Hospital by Newsweek. One of 175 hospitals and just three in the Washington, DC metro region to be included in the rankings.

• Named best hospital for billing ethics by Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group. This is the first-ever Leapfrog Best Hospitals ranking to help patients make educated decisions about which institutions are best for the money.

OUR COMMUNITY

• Living in Northern Virginia, one of the best places to live near D.C., you can have it all: a lucrative job at a forward-thinking company – plus access to the country’s greatest historical sites, a bustling café culture, active nightlife and concert going, a thriving wine region, seven professional sports teams, and a mild four-season climate with year-round kayaking, biking, and hiking. We offer some of the best public and private schools in the nation and access to 60 colleges and universities. In fact, we are the most educated region in the country. Here, there are no compromises. NOVA is one of the best places to live and work in the country.

• Arlington is home to the Pentagon, and the Arlington National Cemetery.

• Home to more than 100 U.S. and global corporate headquarters, including the 6th highest number of Fortune 500 companies.

• Northern Virginia is one of the fastest growing and most diverse communities in the United States

• Fairfax County has many of the highest ranking schools in the nation according to U.S. News and World Reports.

• Arlington County also offers outstanding schools - about 94 percent of all graduating high school seniors in Arlington go on to attend college.

• Two major airports with direct flights to 109 domestic and 60 international destinations.

• Northern Virginia has many recreational and community amenities including: over 89 miles of biking/jogging trails, 167 public parks, approximately 14 community centers, 7 live stage theaters, 8 libraries, and 652 restaurants.

• Minutes to the Kennedy Center, Smithsonian Museums, Tyson’s Corner, and Wolftrap National Park for the Performing Arts

• Whether you choose to live in Arlington County, Fairfax County, City of Alexandria or in any of the other great areas in the DC area, you will have little problem in finding a location that is right for you.

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.

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