Tele-Gastroenterologist
Part-Time Flexible Schedule Work from Anywhere Rural Texas
Position Overview
The Rural Health Hub (RHH) is seeking a Tele-Gastroenterologist to provide high-quality gastrointestinal care to patients in rural and medically underserved Texas communities.
This flexible, part-time role allows the gastroenterologist to work remotely while trained clinical staff are physically present with the patient. The gastroenterologist will evaluate and manage a broad range of gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary conditions, provide longitudinal specialty care, and collaborate with local primary care providers, hospitals, imaging teams, laboratories, and procedural specialists.
The Rural Health Hub Model
RHH uses a hybrid-telehealth model that combines remote specialty expertise with in-person clinical support.
Local medical assistants, nurses, or advanced practice providers assist with:
History, medications, vital signs, and symptom assessment
Abdominal and physical examination components
Connected examination technology when appropriate
Coordination of laboratory testing, imaging, stool studies, and other diagnostic testing
Referrals for endoscopy, colonoscopy, procedures, and higher levels of care
Follow-up care and communication with the local care team
This model allows gastroenterologists to provide meaningful ongoing care while using local and regional resources for diagnostics, procedures, and hospital-based services when needed.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct initial and follow-up gastroenterology visits by telehealth
Evaluate and manage common gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary conditions
Develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
Review laboratory results, imaging, pathology, endoscopy reports, and prior medical records
Order appropriate diagnostic testing and referrals
Provide longitudinal medication and disease management
Identify patients requiring urgent, procedural, or in-person evaluation
Coordinate care with local clinicians, hospitals, surgeons, and procedural specialists
Complete timely documentation and clinical follow-up
Clinical Scope
Patients may include those with:
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Abdominal pain
Irritable bowel syndrome
Inflammatory bowel disease
Chronic diarrhea or constipation
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Dysphagia
Nausea and vomiting
Liver disease and abnormal liver enzymes
Fatty liver disease
Cirrhosis and chronic hepatitis
Pancreatic and biliary disorders
Anemia requiring gastrointestinal evaluation
Colorectal cancer screening and surveillance
Post-hospital and post-procedure follow-up
Qualifications
MD or DO degree
Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology
Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain one
Strong gastrointestinal diagnostic and management skills
Ability to practice effectively through telehealth
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Commitment to rural and underserved populations
Experience in telemedicine, rural healthcare, hepatology, inflammatory bowel disease, motility disorders, advanced endoscopy, or other gastrointestinal subspecialty care is welcomed but not required.
Schedule and Work Arrangement
Part-time, flexible telehealth schedule
Recurring weekly clinic blocks available
Work remotely with no relocation required
Local clinical personnel present with patients
Scheduling, technology, and care-coordination support provided
Opportunity to expand hours as the network grows
Why Join Rural Health Hub?
Bring gastroenterology care to communities with limited specialist access
Work remotely while maintaining longitudinal patient relationships
Complement an existing practice or academic appointment
Practice within a coordinated care model rather than isolated telemedicine
Help rural clinicians manage complex gastrointestinal and liver disease
Reduce delays, travel burdens, and barriers to specialty care
Improve access to appropriate diagnostic testing and procedures
Help build sustainable specialty access across rural Texas
About Rural Health Hub
Rural Health Hub connects rural healthcare organizations with specialty clinicians, clinical technology, and operational support through a hybrid-telehealth model designed to bring high-quality specialty care closer to home.
Rural Health Hub Expanding Access. Elevating Care.
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