Gastroenterology Physician Locum Tenens Redding, CA
Position Overview
Seeking a Gastroenterology Physician for a locum tenens opportunity in Redding, California, to provide inpatient and emergency gastroenterology coverage.
The physician will evaluate and manage adult patients requiring gastrointestinal care, perform diagnostic and therapeutic GI procedures, and respond to urgent consultations.
Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology, have completed a GI fellowship, and hold an active California medical license.
Compensation:
Orientation: $225/hr
24 Hour On Call: $3510 per 24 hours
Holiday 24 Hour On Call: $5260 per 24 hours
Call Back: $450/hr
Holiday Call Back: $670/hr
Assignment Details
Specialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Type: Physician
Location: Redding, CA
Coverage Type: Locum Tenens
Practice Setting: Inpatient / Emergency
Coverage Need: Provider Shortage
Patient Population: Adults Ages 18+
Facility Capacity: 265 Beds
EMR: Cerner
Support Staff: None Specified
Coverage Duration: December 2026, With Additional Dates Pending
Schedule
December Coverage: December 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM through December 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM
January Coverage: Dates To Be Determined
Coverage Type: 24-Hour On-Call Coverage
Call Back: Required as Clinically Necessary
Coverage Availability: Must Be Confirmed at Submission
Patient Population / Volume
Adult Patients Ages 18 and Older
Hospitalized Patients Requiring Gastroenterology Services
Emergency Department GI Consultations
Patients Requiring Diagnostic or Therapeutic GI Procedures
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide Comprehensive Inpatient Gastroenterology Services
Evaluate and Manage Acute and Chronic Gastrointestinal Conditions
Respond to Emergency Gastroenterology Consultations
Perform Required Diagnostic and Therapeutic GI Procedures
Assess Patients With Urgent Gastrointestinal Conditions
Develop and Implement Individualized Treatment Plans
Coordinate Care With Emergency and Inpatient Teams
Provide 24-Hour Call Coverage During Assigned Dates
Respond to Call Back Requests as Needed
Maintain Accurate and Timely Documentation in Cerner
Ensure Continuity of Care During Coverage Assignments
Required Clinical Skills
Inpatient Gastroenterology
Emergency GI Consultation
Diagnostic and Therapeutic GI Procedures
Acute Gastrointestinal Condition Management
Gastroenterology Patient Assessment
Inpatient Care Coordination
Emergency Clinical Response
24-Hour Call Coverage
ERCP Experience Preferred
Requirements
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology Required
Completed Gastroenterology Fellowship Required
At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Gastroenterology Required
Active California Medical License Required
California DEA Registration Required
ACLS Certification Required
Clean Malpractice History Required
No Recent Professional Behavioral Issues
Ability to Perform Comprehensive GI Procedures
Ability to Provide Inpatient and Emergency Coverage
Current Privileges at a TJC-Accredited Hospital Required, Waiver May Be Considered
ERCP Experience Preferred
Availability for Requested Coverage Dates Required
Submission Requirements
Updated Curriculum Vitae
Board Certification or Board Eligibility Documentation
Gastroenterology Fellowship Documentation
Active California Medical License
California DEA Registration
ACLS Certification
Malpractice History
Current Hospital Privileges Documentation, if Available
GI Procedure Experience
ERCP Experience, if Applicable
Confirmation of December Coverage Availability
January Availability, if Applicable
Credentialing
Credentialing Timeframe: Varies
Temporary Privileges: Emergency/Temporary Privileges Available for Up to 120 Days
Active California Medical License Required
California DEA and ACLS Required
Clean Malpractice History Required
Current TJC-Accredited Hospital Privileges Required, Subject to Possible Waiver
Additional Information
Submission Deadline: November 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST
Additional January Coverage Dates Pending
Emergency/Temporary Privileges May Be Available Based on Credentialing Review
