We have an exciting locum tenens opportunity for a Gastroenterologist seeking to work near Salem, NM. This assignment offers flexibility, top-tier support, and a blend of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities. It's an ideal opportunity for a skilled physician to fill a critical need in a region offering warm weather, scenic landscapes, and vibrant cultural experiences.
Assignment Details:
- Specialty: Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
- Start Date: December 1, 2024
- End Date: March 31, 2025
- Coverage Type: Call only (both inpatient and outpatient)
- Work Schedule:
- Coverage required two weeks per month
- Up to 8 hours per day of scheduled outpatient procedures, with hospital coverage only (no clinic coverage)
- Beeper call required with 30-minute response time
- Average calls per 24 hours: 2 phone consults, 4 patient encounters, and 2 admissions
Requirements:
- Certification: Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Gastroenterology
- Licensing: Active New Mexico license (reimbursement for licensing not provided)
- Skills Preferred: Experience with ERCP preferred but not required
- Certifications Required: Basic Life Support (BLS)
Procedures and Skills:
- Competency in upper and lower GI endoscopies, including:
- Biopsy, foreign body removal, fulguration of bleeders, injection of varices, and esophageal dilatation
- Small bowel biopsy, sigmoidoscopy, flexible and rigid colonoscopy with polyp excision
- Diagnostic and therapeutic ERCP, PEG procedures, and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
- Liver biopsy and management of Sengstaken-Blakemore tube
Additional Assignment Details:
- Patients Per Shift: Varies by call
- Temporary Privileges: Available for expedited start
- EMR System: MediTech
- Credentialing: Estimated timeframe of 45-60 days
Facility Details:
- Trauma Level: Level IV
- Pediatric Level: Level II
- Support Staff: Includes RNs, with no requirement for supervision of Advanced Practice Providers (PA/NP) or residents
Benefits:
- Insurance Coverage: Provided by vendor
- Travel and Lodging: Nearby accommodations recommended (Hilton Garden Inn, Courtyard by Marriott, Home2Suites)
- Holidays Off: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled gastroenterologist seeking a flexible assignment in a warm and inviting location in New Mexico. If you're ready to explore this rewarding position near Salem, NM, please apply using reference Job ID .
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