Gastroenterology Job at Avera in South Dakota

Avera Medical Group is searching for a  board-certified Gastroenterologist interested in a primarily outpatient only practice.  The Physicians of Avera Medical Group Gastroenterology in Sioux Falls, SD are the region s leading experts in comprehensive and thorough care of the entire digestive system.  The group consists of 6 premier Physicians along with 6 Advanced Practice Providers. They use state-of-the-art technology and procedures to diagnose and treat all gastrointestinal issues, from heartburn and abdominal pain to chronic diarrhea and colon cancer, as well as screening colonoscopies.   Other clinical and academic activities include a weekly GI conference, teaching of medical students, family practice and internal medicine residents and potential for clinical research.

Practice Opportunity Includes:

• Monday - Friday schedule
• Clinic and Endoscopy Suites located in same, new building
• Competitive salary & benefit package
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation & CME allowance
• NO STATE INCOME TAX
• Academic Afflication with Medical School (optional)

Avera Medical Group Gastroenterology is part of the Avera Health System.  Avera Health System is a regional partnership of health professionals who share support services to maintain excellent care.  There are over 300 locations in 100 communities in the 5 state region of South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa and Nebraska.  Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center is a 545-bed, non-profit, Catholic facility and the regional referral center for the Avera Health System.  Our Careflight helicopter, ground and fixed wing aircraft transport patients from a service area population of 1 million people to our Level II Trauma Center. With over 600 physicians on staff in all specialties and 5000 employees.  Avera McKennan is a designated Magnet Hospital and a Healthgrades Distinguished Clinical Hospital.

Learn More About Sioux Falls Below

Attractions

As the urban center for the region, Sioux Falls  features unique restaurants, retail shops and cultural venues. It also attracts big-name performing artists and Broadway shows.

Downtown Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls is home to a vibrant, revitalized downtown filled with local shops, bars and restaurants.

Farmers' Markets
Two farmers' markets serve the area, featuring locally grown produce, dairy products and meat. Many market booths feature organic options.

• Falls Park Farmer's Market

• Sioux Empire Farmer's Market

Cultural Activities

• Sertoma Butterfly House & Marine Cove

• Sioux Empire Community Theatre

• Siouxland Heritage Museums

• South Dakota Symphony Orchestra

• Washington Pavilion  of  Arts  and  Sciences  -- Home to traveling Broadway shows, the Kirby Science Discovery Center and a Visual Arts Center.

• Sioux Falls Events keeps a comprehensive list of area attractions.

Sioux Falls is a 3-hour drive from Omaha, Neb., and a 4-hour drive from Minneapolis, Minn.

Outdoor Activities
Sioux Falls experiences four full seasons and offers opportunities to take advantage of  them all.

• Great Bear Recreation Park -- Skiing, snowboarding and warm-weather events

• Great Plains Zoo & Delbridge Museum

• The Outdoor Campus -- Outdoor skills and nature center

• Sioux Falls Bike Trail

• Sioux Falls Canaries Baseball

• Sioux Falls Parks

• Sioux Falls Pools

• Wild Water West Waterpark

Sioux Falls is also a 5-hour drive from Badlands  National  Park  and the Black Hills.

Schools

Sioux Falls offers public and parochial learning options. The Sioux Falls School District includes 23 elementary schools, five middle schools and three traditional high schools.

Sioux Falls Catholic Schools includes six elementary schools and one junior high and high school.

Other options include Sioux Falls Lutheran Schools and Sioux Falls Christian Schools.

Residential Neighborhoods

From the Victorian-era homes near downtown to the newer developments east, west and south of the city, Sioux Falls offers a variety of residential areas. Neighborhoods are well served by public parks, libraries and other amenities.