Gastroenterologist at Vassar Brothers Medical Center – Poughkeepsie, NY

Are you a skilled Gastroenterologist looking for a thriving practice in a desirable location with unparalleled support? Vassar Brothers Medical Center (VBMC), now proudly part of Northwell Health, is seeking a Board Certified/Eligible Gastroenterologist to join our well-established, busy, and rapidly growing practice in Poughkeepsie, NY.

This is a premier opportunity offering a generous $75,000 sign-on bonus package
plus a relocation allowance for full-time candidates, alongside a highly competitive salary.

Compensation & Benefits Snapshot:

• Salary Range: $525,000 - $600,000 / Year (Commensurate with Experience)
• Signing Bonus: $75,000 package
• Relocation Allowance: Provided for full-time candidates
• Comprehensive Benefits: Highly competitive package
• Professional Development: Generous allowances for Continuing Medical Education (CMEs) and professional Dues expenses.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: As a 501(c)(3) organization, eligible employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

The Opportunity & Your Role:

Join a highly collegial team dedicated to exceptional patient care in a supportive environment with an excellent work-life balance. This role offers the chance to contribute to a growing hospital system with ACGME-accredited residencies and state-of-the‑art patient pavilions. You will be instrumental in expanding our gastroenterology services to meet the growing needs of our community.

About Vassar Brothers Medical Center (VBMC):

Located on the picturesque banks of the scenic Hudson River, Vassar Brothers Medical Center is a leading medical institution in the region.

• Advanced Facilities: Features a new 752,000 square‑foot, eight‑level inpatient pavilion housing 263 private medical/surgical patient rooms and 30 critical care rooms.
• Regional Leader: Provides leading acute and critical emergency care, including a Level II Trauma Service and Interventional Neuroradiology.
• Centers of Excellence: Renowned for its established centers of excellence in:
  • Cardiac Services (consistently ranked among the strongest in the US and a "Top 100 Heart Hospital" by Modern Health Care Magazine)
  • Neurosciences
  • Cancer Care
  • Women’s Health

About Northwell Health & Nuvance Health:

Vassar Brothers Medical Center is part of Nuvance Health, which has proudly joined Northwell Health – New York State’s largest healthcare provider and private employer
. This expansive system includes:

• 28 hospitals and over 1,000 outpatient facilities
• More than 16,600 affiliated physicians
• Over 104,000 employees, including 22,000+ nurses and 5,000+ employed doctors (members of Northwell Health Physician Partners)
• Dedicated to caring for over two million people annually across the New York metro area and beyond.
• Pioneering breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research and shaping the future of healthcare professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Joining Northwell means being part of an organization relentless about innovation, clinical trials, and research.

Life in the Vibrant Hudson Valley, NY:

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in the Mid‑Hudson Valley, just 75 miles north of New York City with easy commuter access.

• Suburban Charm with City Access: Experience a beautiful suburban lifestyle with the convenience of direct train access to NYC via Metro North and Amtrak rail lines.
• Recreational Paradise: Endless ways to spend your leisure time, from hiking, biking, and boating to exploring local cafes, art galleries, and vibrant farmers' markets.
• Education Hub: Home to many fine colleges and universities, including Vassar College, Bard College, Marist College, SUNY New Paltz, and the Culinary Institute of America.
• Family-Friendly Environment: Excellent housing options and highly rated schools are abundant throughout the region.
• Rich Culture & History: Our vibrant cities and picturesque villages seamlessly interweave culture, history, and recreation, making it one of the country's most livable locations.

Qualifications:

• Medical Doctor (MD/DO) degree.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology.
• Active New York Medical License or eligibility for licensure.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient care and teamwork.

If you are interested in learning more about our opportunities, please contact Lindsay Appelman
, Director of Physician Recruitment Northwell Health:
lappelman
.