Gastroenterology Physician

Locums - Bridgeton, Missouri, GI Hospitalist Opening (IMLC Accepted)

Clinical RoleRecruitWell is seeking a Board Certified Gastroenterologist for locums inpatient GI Hospitalist coverage in Bridgeton, Missouri. This role includes daily inpatient rounding, consultations, procedures, and continuous GI pager coverage.

Coverage Dates

• March 15-21, 2027

• Additional intermittent 1-week blocks may be available as future coverage gaps arise

Assignment Details

• Monday at 7:00 AM through the following Monday at 7:00 AM

• Approximately 8-10 hours onsite daily

• Continuous 24/7 pager coverage throughout the assignment

• No outpatient clinic or satellite coverage

• Adult inpatient Gastroenterology

Clinical Details & Responsibilities

• Daily inpatient GI rounding

• Hospital and Emergency Department consultations

• Transfer Center consultations

• Urgent GI management

• Return to the hospital for urgent or emergent procedures as clinically indicated

• Coordinate inpatient transfers when needed

• Approximately 18-25 patients per day

• Average daily census approximately 20 patients

• Approximately 2-4 procedures per weekday, depending on consult and call volume

Procedures

• EGD

• Colonoscopy

• Biopsy

• Polypectomy

• Dilation

• Endoscopic hemostasis

• Variceal banding

• PEG placement

• Other urgent inpatient GI procedures

• ERCP preferred but not required

Support & Technology

• GI Nurse Practitioner support Monday-Friday during regular business hours, excluding PTO and holidays

• Endoscopy nursing support

• Anesthesia support

• Hospitalist, Emergency Department, ICU, and Transfer Center support

• Additional GI physician assistance available during unusually high volume

• Hospital-based endoscopy suite with therapeutic endoscopy equipment

• EMR: Epic

Requirements

• MD or DO

• Board Certified in Gastroenterology through an ABIM/ABMS- or AOA-recognized pathway

• Completed Gastroenterology fellowship

• Active Missouri medical license required by start date

• IMLC accepted for eligible candidates

• Candidates willing to obtain Missouri licensure may be considered if timing permits

• DEA required

• Missouri controlled-substance registration required as applicable to privileges

• Recent independent inpatient Gastroenterology and call coverage experience required

• Must independently manage urgent GI bleeding and perform core inpatient endoscopic procedures

• Life support certification required only if requesting moderate-sedation privileges

About Bridgeton, MissouriLocation & Access: Bridgeton is located in the St. Louis metropolitan area with convenient access to major highways, surrounding suburbs, and regional amenities.

Lifestyle & Community: The area offers suburban convenience with nearby shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and access to the broader St. Louis community.

Outdoor Recreation: Nearby parks, trails, green spaces, and recreational areas provide opportunities for walking, biking, and other outdoor activities.

Attractions: Bridgeton offers convenient access to St. Louis museums, professional sports, cultural attractions, dining, and entertainment.

Quality of Life: The area combines suburban accessibility with the amenities and healthcare resources of a major metropolitan region.

What RecruitWell Provides

• A+ rated malpractice coverage

• Weekly direct deposit

• 24/7 dedicated recruiter support

• Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance

• Prepaid travel and lodging

RecruitWell's Core Values

• Open communication

• Sense of urgency

• Teamwork

• Accountability

• Driven to win

• Higher consciousness