Gastroenterology – Physician – St. Cloud, MN

Choose the Track That Fits Your Passion 

Outpatient Track: Purely Outpatient, No Call, No Weekends 
Located at CentraCare Plaza Endoscopy Site, Gastroenterology Clinic, and Outreach Locations. 100% outpatient-based practice with a balance of endoscopy, clinic, and outreach opportunities. 
Work-Life Harmony: No night call, no weekend shifts, no inpatient responsibilities. Enjoy a predictable, high-quality schedule in a varied, patient-focused setting. 

Academic & Research Opportunities: Collaborate with the University of Minnesota CentraCare St. Cloud Campus for teaching and research, while engaging with the University of Minnesota GI Division in Minneapolis on advanced educational and research initiatives. 

Ideal For: Physicians who prefer structured clinic and procedural work, fostering long-term patient relationships without the demands of hospital coverage. 

Pay and Benefits:

• Salary range: expected minimum $726,000, could be as high as $1,000,000 plus per year, based on production incentive levels achieved
  • Tiered production incentive model 
  • 8,435 wRVU (or greater) annually achieves highest tier 
  • Premium conversion factor of $86.10 at highest tier
• Salary and salary range are based on a 1.0 FTE, reduced FTE will result in a prorated offer rate
• Full-time benefits: medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more

Inpatient /GI Hospitalist Track: Purely Inpatient, No Clinic Duties
Located at St. Cloud Hospital Endoscopy Unit & Inpatient Rounding
Focus: Dedicated hospital-based practice covering only inpatient GI consults and procedures—no outpatient clinic duties. 

Specialized Support: Work alongside a highly skilled interventional endoscopy team that handles complex cases, so you can focus on general GI consultations and inpatient procedures while ensuring seamless access to tertiary-level interventions. 
Tertiary Care & Program Development: Play a role in building a national model for rural tertiary GI care, where complex procedures are delivered locally, avoiding unnecessary patient transfers to urban centers. 

Academic & Research Opportunities: Be a part of expanding GI training and research through the University of Minnesota CentraCare St. Cloud Campus, with opportunities for collaboration in postgraduate education and research with the University of Minnesota GI Division in Minneapolis. 

Ideal For: Physicians who thrive in a structured, hospital-based setting with a focus on acute care, high-acuity cases, and the challenge of complex inpatient medicine. 
 

Position Highlights:

• Week On / Week Off Rotation (or two weeks on/two weeks off, if preferred)  Enjoy a consistent schedule supporting work-life balance.
• Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of GI professionals committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
• 1:5 average call schedule 

Night Coverage: During your on-weeks you will be responsible for night call. This is off-premise call, meaning you are not required to remain on-site. However, you may be called in to perform urgent/emergent procedures, scheduled in the OR, that cannot wait until the next day. (Average 15%)

Weekend Coverage: Saturday: Urgent inpatient procedures requiring anesthesia are scheduled from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Endoscopy unit. Sunday: Emergent procedures are scheduled in the operating room.

Pay and Benefits

• Salary range: expected minimum $752,000, could be as high as $1,000,000 plus per year, based on production incentive levels achieved
  • Tiered production incentive model 
  • 8,435 wRVU (or greater) annually achieves highest tier 
  • Premium conversion factor of $89.25 at highest tier
• Salary and salary range are based on a 1.0 FTE, reduced FTE will result in a prorated offer rate
• Full-time benefits: medical, dental, retirement, employee discounts and more

Hybrid Track – The Best of Both Worlds 

Located at CentraCare Health Plaza and St. Cloud Hospital: A balanced mix of outpatient and inpatient settings. 
Focus: Split your time between outpatient endoscopy/clinic and inpatient rounding and procedures, enjoying the diversity of both practice environments. 
Flexibility & Variety: Ideal for those who enjoy seamless transitions between settings, combining structured clinic time with the dynamic nature of inpatient acute care. 
Tertiary Care & Academic Collaboration: Play an integral role in expanding advanced GI service lines, bringing cutting-edge care on par with major academic institutions while maintaining a community-first, patient-centered mission. 
Ideal For: Physicians who want versatility in their career, balancing routine outpatient work with high-acuity inpatient consultations and procedures. 

Pay and Benefits

• Salary range: expected minimum $752,000, could be as high as $1,000,000 plus per year, based on production incentive levels achieved
  • Tiered production incentive model 
  • 8,435 wRVU (or greater) annually achieves highest tier 
  • Premium conversion factor of $89.25 at highest tier
• Salary and salary range are based on a 1.0 FTE, reduced FTE will result in a prorated offer rate
• Full-time benefits: medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more

Why Choose CentraCare? 

✅ Provider-Centric Culture – Choose the career path that fits your expertise and professional aspirations. 
✅ Academic & Research Excellence – Work with the University of Minnesota CentraCare St. Cloud Campus and the University of Minnesota GI Division to advance education, training, and clinical research. 
✅ Tertiary Care Leadership – Be at the forefront of building a sophisticated gastroenterology practice in a rural setting, proving that advanced GI procedures can thrive outside of major metropolitan centers. 

✅ Work-Life Balance & Prime Location – 

• High quality of life in St. Cloud, a mid-sized city with a low cost of living, great schools, and a strong sense of community. 
• 75 miles from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), offers easy access to national and international travel. 
• Flexible Living Options – While many providers enjoy the convenience and affordability of living in St. Cloud, the proximity to the Twin Cities (Minneapolis & St. Paul) also allows for a feasible commute for those who prefer to reside in a major metropolitan area with a vibrant cultural, dining, and entertainment scene. 

✅ The Best of Both Worlds: Community + Sophistication 
At CentraCare, you get the best of academic sophistication with community flexibility: 

• Freedom to innovate and shape the future of rural gastroenterology 
• Direct impact on patient care, ensuring that rural communities receive world-class treatment without unnecessary travel 
• The ability to create and lead specialty programs in a way that is often impossible in highly structured academic environments 

Our Location

CentraCare, a leading not-for-profit health system and one of the largest providers of rural care, serves patients across Central, West Central, and Southwestern Minnesota. It delivers nationally recognized care through 40+ medical and surgical specialties, innovative population health programs, and a collaborative physician–administration leadership model. St. Cloud Hospital, a 489-bed regional referral center and Level II trauma center, delivers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services with Magnet-designated nursing and expert support staff. Just 60 minutes from Minneapolis-St. Paul, the St. Cloud region is a family-friendly mini-metro featuring excellent schools and four colleges, vibrant arts and theatre, abundant lakes and outdoor recreation, and year-round activities for all seasons.

About CentraCare:  https://www.centracare.com/about-us/

St. Cloud, Minnesota:  https://jobs.centracare.com/us/en/st.-cloud

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.