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Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community.
If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.
Location
Kalamazoo-601 John St.-Medical Office Pavilion (South Campus)
Title
Inpatient Gastroenterologist
Bronson Gastroenterology is seeking a BE/BC Gastroenterologist who performs ERCP. The group’s unique hospitalist type model allows physician to focus on inpatient care with opportunity to build an outpatient practice, if desired. The opportunity is a 3/4/3 model, 3 days on, 1 week off, and 4 days on, 1 week off - rotating with one other hospitalist. The Hospitalist GI team provides call 24/7 and is assisted by excellent APP coverage Monday – Friday. This is an employed position offering a competitive salary, paid malpractice w/ tail, generous paid time off and CME, along w/ full comprehensive benefits. Opportunity for academic appointment exists with Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine.
Bronson, a tertiary and teaching hospital serving patients and families throughout southwest Michigan and northern Indiana, offers a full range of services from primary care to advanced critical care and is a verified Level I Trauma Center. With a workforce of more than 9,000, we’re one of the area’s largest employers and our physicians and staff are nationally recognized for many exceptional achievements in quality, safety and service: Magnet Hospital for Nursing (2009-2022); Outstanding Patient Experience Award from Healthgrades (2009-2019); Governor’s Award of Excellence (2019).
Located halfway between Chicago and Detroit, the area offers diverse cultural opportunities affordable real estate, major focus on education and a variety of year-round family attractions, events and festivals. Abundant natural resources, including easy access to Lake Michigan, make it the perfect choice for biking, boating and skiing. Our local area is also home to several international companies including Stryker, Pfizer and Kellogg.
Bronson Healthcare’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging:
At Bronson, we believe all people should have full and equal access to opportunities to live healthy lives. We are committed to putting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) into practice across our health system. We are building a culture of belonging in an environment free of prejudice, negative bias and stereotypes for those we employ and for the communities we serve. We are striving to employ a diverse workforce to enhance the quality of care we provide and the interactions we have with our patients, families, colleagues and communities. We have a strategic focus on DEI to help us live our values by showing respect, building trust and uncovering and addressing avoidable and unjust conditions that negatively impact individual health and wellbeing. We dedicate ourselves to seeing and advocating for the underserved, removing barriers to care and reducing disparities to conscientiously fulfill our mission: Together, we advance the health of our communities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required
- Current Medical License in the state of Michigan
- Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration
- Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
- Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
- Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
- Performs in a tactful and professional manner
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.
Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.
Responsibilities
- Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs
- Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families
- Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs
- Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments
- Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care
- Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients
- Orders studies, test and ancillary services
- Documents all services in patient medical record
- Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention
- Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues
- Participates in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements
- Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff
- Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations
- Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service to all customers in a manner reflective of our mission, values and customer service standards.
Shift
12 Hour Day Shift
Time Type
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Cost Center
8021 Bronson Gastroenterology Portage (BMH)
Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer
Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates (“Bronson”) strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.
Love Where You Work!
Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community.
If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.
Location
Kalamazoo-601 John St.-Medical Office Pavilion (South Campus)
Title
Inpatient Gastroenterologist
Bronson Gastroenterology is seeking a BE/BC Gastroenterologist who performs ERCP. The group’s unique hospitalist type model allows physician to focus on inpatient care with opportunity to build an outpatient practice, if desired. The opportunity is a 3/4/3 model, 3 days on, 1 week off, and 4 days on, 1 week off - rotating with one other hospitalist. The Hospitalist GI team provides call 24/7 and is assisted by excellent APP coverage Monday – Friday. This is an employed position offering a competitive salary, paid malpractice w/ tail, generous paid time off and CME, along w/ full comprehensive benefits. Opportunity for academic appointment exists with Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine.
Bronson, a tertiary and teaching hospital serving patients and families throughout southwest Michigan and northern Indiana, offers a full range of services from primary care to advanced critical care and is a verified Level I Trauma Center. With a workforce of more than 9,000, we’re one of the area’s largest employers and our physicians and staff are nationally recognized for many exceptional achievements in quality, safety and service: Magnet Hospital for Nursing (2009-2022); Outstanding Patient Experience Award from Healthgrades (2009-2019); Governor’s Award of Excellence (2019).
Located halfway between Chicago and Detroit, the area offers diverse cultural opportunities affordable real estate, major focus on education and a variety of year-round family attractions, events and festivals. Abundant natural resources, including easy access to Lake Michigan, make it the perfect choice for biking, boating and skiing. Our local area is also home to several international companies including Stryker, Pfizer and Kellogg.
Bronson Healthcare’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging:
At Bronson, we believe all people should have full and equal access to opportunities to live healthy lives. We are committed to putting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) into practice across our health system. We are building a culture of belonging in an environment free of prejudice, negative bias and stereotypes for those we employ and for the communities we serve. We are striving to employ a diverse workforce to enhance the quality of care we provide and the interactions we have with our patients, families, colleagues and communities. We have a strategic focus on DEI to help us live our values by showing respect, building trust and uncovering and addressing avoidable and unjust conditions that negatively impact individual health and wellbeing. We dedicate ourselves to seeing and advocating for the underserved, removing barriers to care and reducing disparities to conscientiously fulfill our mission: Together, we advance the health of our communities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required
- Current Medical License in the state of Michigan
- Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration
- Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
- Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
- Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
- Performs in a tactful and professional manner
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.
Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.
Responsibilities
- Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs
- Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families
- Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs
- Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments
- Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care
- Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients
- Orders studies, test and ancillary services
- Documents all services in patient medical record
- Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention
- Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues
- Participates in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements
- Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff
- Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations
- Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service to all customers in a manner reflective of our mission, values and customer service standards.
Shift
12 Hour Day Shift
Time Type
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Cost Center
8021 Bronson Gastroenterology Portage (BMH)
Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer
Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates (“Bronson”) strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Gastroenterologist
Verify your credential equivalency before applying
If your medical degree is from outside the U.S., ECFMG certification and USMLE completion are prerequisites most sponsoring employers require before initiating PERM. Confirm these are in order before outreach to avoid delays at the credential verification stage.
Target health systems in HPSA-designated areas
Employers in Health Professional Shortage Areas face documented recruitment difficulty, which supports a stronger PERM case. Gastroenterology positions at rural hospitals or federally qualified health centers often move faster through DOL review for exactly this reason.
Search green card sponsors using Migrate Mate
Filter by specialty and employer PERM filing history to find health systems actively sponsoring gastroenterologists. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with a track record of employment-based green card filings, saving you from cold outreach to organizations without sponsorship infrastructure.
Ask employers about prevailing wage tier upfront
The DOL requires your offered salary to meet the prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before your first interview so you know whether an offer will satisfy Level II or Level III wage requirements for your region.
Understand the PERM recruitment window your employer faces
Your sponsoring employer must complete DOL-mandated recruitment steps, including job postings and documented candidate review, within a strict timeframe before filing. A hospital that skips or missteps this process must restart, adding months to your timeline.
File I-485 and I-140 concurrently when your priority date is current
If your country of birth and EB-2 or EB-3 category have a current priority date in the Visa Bulletin, USCIS allows concurrent filing of your I-140 and adjustment of status application, which significantly compresses the overall green card timeline.
Green Card Gastroenterologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for gastroenterologists?
Yes, significantly. H-1B visa is a temporary work visa requiring renewal every three years and subject to annual cap pressures. PERM-based EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no renewal cycle. The tradeoff is time: PERM requires DOL labor certification before your employer files the I-140, making the overall process longer but the outcome permanent.
Which green card category is right for a gastroenterologist, EB-2 or EB-3?
Most gastroenterologists qualify under EB-2 because the role requires a medical degree plus residency and fellowship training, meeting the advanced degree standard. EB-3 is available as a fallback for skilled workers. EB-2 is preferable when your priority date is current, as it typically has shorter backlogs for many countries compared to EB-3.
How do I find gastroenterology employers that sponsor green cards?
Search for employers with documented PERM filing history in gastroenterology or internal medicine subspecialties. Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings by employers with active employment-based green card sponsorship records, which is more reliable than asking cold whether a hospital sponsors, since many do but do not advertise it publicly.
Can a gastroenterologist self-petition for a green card without an employer?
Yes, through the EB-1A extraordinary ability or EB-2 National Interest Waiver pathways, which do not require PERM or employer sponsorship. NIW is available to physicians who commit to working in underserved areas for a set period. These routes require stronger individual evidence but eliminate dependence on an employer's willingness to sponsor.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-140 has been approved for at least 180 days and you move to a same or similar gastroenterology role, AC21 portability lets you transfer the approved petition to your new employer. USCIS evaluates whether the new role is in the same occupational classification, so document the clinical similarity between your old and new positions carefully.