Gastroenterology Physician

Gastroenterologist
Location: Athens, GA
Job Type: Locum Tenens

Overview:
A hospital-based opportunity is available for a Gastroenterologist to provide inpatient coverage and call support. This role involves managing consults, performing procedures, and ensuring continuity of care alongside an established GI team.

Compensation:

24 hour call: $3700; Callback: $475/hr

Assignment Dates:

December 21, 2026 (7:00 AM) December 28, 2026 (7:00 AM)
Opportunity to join ongoing coverage pool for future shifts

Schedule:

24-hour call coverage
No clinic responsibilities

Practice Details:

Setting: Hospital-based
EMR: Epic
Acute care hospital
Collaboration with local GI physicians for patient handoffs

Responsibilities:

Inpatient rounding
Manage existing GI patients and new consults
Respond to ED and inpatient consults
Perform GI procedures as needed

Patient Population:

Adult inpatient population

Case Mix:

General bread and butter gastroenterology
ERCP experience preferred

Requirements:

Board Certified in Gastroenterology Required
Active Georgia License Required
DEA & CSR (Georgia) Required
BLS & ACLS Required
Clean malpractice/background Required
Must be local (no travel) Required
Availability confirmed at time of submission Required

Credentialing:

Must meet facility privileging requirements