Description
This contract, on-site position offers an excellent opportunity to provide high-quality gastroenterology care in a dynamic Medical Practice environment.
As a Locum Gastroenterologist, you will deliver comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients with digestive system disorders. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to ensure exceptional patient outcomes and continuity of care within the medical practice.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and treat patients with gastrointestinal and liver conditions
- Perform endoscopic procedures including upper endoscopy and colonoscopy
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, imaging, and laboratory results
- Develop and manage individualized treatment plans for patients
- Collaborate with primary care physicians and specialists on patient care
- Provide inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology consultations
- Document patient encounters accurately and timely in electronic medical records
- Educate patients on digestive health, prevention, and treatment options
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the practice
- Ensure compliance with all medical regulations and standards of care
- Manage chronic gastrointestinal conditions such as IBS, IBD, and GERD
- Coordinate referrals for advanced procedures and specialized care as needed
Requirements
- Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
- Valid medical license in good standing
- Board certification or eligibility in Gastroenterology
- Associate-level experience in clinical gastroenterology practice
- Proficiency in performing endoscopic procedures
- Strong clinical diagnostic and decision-making skills
- Experience with electronic medical records systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care
- Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation practices
- Ability to adapt quickly to new clinical environments
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30a-3:30p
No call required
Setting: Outpatient
Daily Volume: 15 patients
Caseload: General outpatient GI procedures
Support Staff: RN
EMR: Epic
Board certification required
ACLS and BLS required
Paid travel & expenses