Medical Director, Gastroenterology & Hepatology
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Raleigh, NC · Posted November 7, 2026
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About the job
Raleigh, North Carolina, Overview WakeMed Physician Practices is seeking an experienced, board-certified/board-eligible Gastroenterologist to serve as Medical Director of Gastroenterology . This leadership opportunity combines inpatient and outpatient GI medicine with the ability to influence strategy, growth, quality, and operational performance across a well-established GI program consisting of 9 gastroenterologists and 12 APPs. The Medical Director will provide clinical care while partnering closely with physician and administrative leaders to advance service line initiatives, enhance patient outcomes and experience, support regional growth, strengthen referral relationships, and drive operational excellence. This role collaborates extensively with physicians, APPs, nursing, health system administration, community physician partners, marketing, recruiting, and support teams to ensure the continued success and development of the Gastroenterology division. Position will be structured as .85 FTE clinical and .15 FTE administrative. Located in North Carolina, WakeMed Gastroenterology provides inpatient and outpatient care throughout Wake County, including locations in Raleigh and Cary. The ideal candidate is a collaborative physician leader passionate about clinical excellence, team development, innovation, and delivering exceptional patient care while advancing the organization's mission, vision, and values. As an employer of choice, we offer a full range of benefits and attractive compensation package including:?? Competitive base salary?commensurate?with experience plus incentive and bonus compensation?? Robust time off for ideal work life balance?? Comprehensive benefit package includes paid malpractice, CME,?dues?and membership ?? matching 403b retirement plan and other options, ?? Commencement / Relocation Bonus?? ?? WakeMed is?situated in a vibrant growing community and the area is consistently ranked among the top 10 best cities for employment potential, quality of life and year-round outdoor activities in a temperate climate.?Our area also provides an ideal family environment with quality school systems and unsurpassed recreational activities. ?? Department Description Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org . EOE Licensure Licensed Medical Physician And Board Certification in Area of Practice Required Education Doctorate Medicine Required Experience Fellowship/Internship/Residency - Related Area Required