Gastroenterology Physician

Locum Tenens Physician Gastroenterology (GI Hospitalist)

Location

Washington

Position Overview

A healthcare facility in Washington is seeking a GI Hospitalist for locum tenens coverage. This is a hospital-based role focused on adult patients, providing consults, rounding, and GI procedures.

Coverage Details

• Start Date: April , ongoing
• Reason for Coverage: Gap coverage
• Setting: Hospital only (Adults 18+)

Schedule

• Shift Type: 24-hour call shifts
• Volume: shifts per month
• Average Call Back: 6 hours/day
• Patient Census: 8 12 patients per day

Responsibilities

• Inpatient rounding
• New GI consults
• Performing procedures, including:
• Colonoscopy
• Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
• Collaboration with GI physicians and Advanced Practice Clinicians

Requirements

• Board Certified in Gastroenterology
• ACLS Certification
• Active medical license (IMLC candidates accepted)
• Proficiency with EPIC EMR
• ERCP not required

Credentialing

• Timeframe: 60+ days
• Temporary privileges not available

Contact Information

Don Awbrey
National Account Manager Ascend Medical Staffing
Direct:
Cell:
Fax: