Opportunity:
Physician (MD) - Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
Job Details:
- Locum tenens coverage needed for Gastroenterology due to vacancy and increased endoscopy demand
- Coverage dates: 11/5/26 - 11/18/26, 12/31/26 - 1/6/27, 3/4/27 - 3/10/27, 3/25/27 - 3/31/27
- Monday through Friday schedule performing colonoscopies and inpatient consults
- Provider will perform scheduled colonoscopies and follow up with inpatient consults from the prior night
- Additional GI lab procedures may be performed following scheduled colonoscopies as needed
- 5-7 patient encounters per shift
- EUS and ERCP experience required - do not submit without this experience
- Board certification required (minimum: certified)
- Required certifications: ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS
- Fellowship required (3 years)
- Trauma Level 1 facility
- Required specialty skills include: Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy, foreign body removal, cautery/laser fulguration, variceal injection, ERCP (diagnostic and therapeutic), PEG placement, esophageal dilatation/manometry, small bowel biopsy, lower GI endoscopy, flexible and rigid sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy with biopsy and polypectomy, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), liver biopsy, and Sengstaken/Blakemore tube insertion and management
- Nearest airport: DFW (Dallas/Fort Worth)
Facility:
This health system is a comprehensive regional medical center offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including a robust gastroenterology program with a dedicated GI lab and endoscopy suite. The facility supports a busy hospitalist service and maintains a multidisciplinary care team including physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. The facility is a Level 1 trauma center with a Level 2 pediatric designation, reflecting its commitment to delivering high-acuity care to the East Texas community.
Location:
Tyler, TX
Tyler, Texas, known as the "Rose Capital of America," offers a vibrant blend of Southern charm, cultural amenities, and a thriving medical community, making it an excellent destination for healthcare professionals. The area boasts beautiful parks, a growing arts and dining scene, and easy access to major metropolitan areas, providing a high quality of life both inside and outside of work.
