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Gastroenterology locum tenens jobs

Facility in Richmond, VA seeking GI locums coverage

Rates: $5000/day

Opportunity Highlights

  • Status: STAT NEED for February 23–27.
  • Schedule: Various Monday–Friday and Friday–Monday blocks available throughout 2026.
  • Support: Lab and X-Ray on-site; integrated care with Internal Medicine and Surgery teams.
  • EMR: Epic.

Clinical Scope & ProceduresThe physician will manage an average of 8 procedures per week across various specialties including Hepatology and General GI.Required Procedures:

  • Upper GI Endoscopy: Diagnostic/Therapeutic, Biopsy, Foreign Body Removal, Fulguration of Bleeder, Injection/Banding of Varices, and PEG tube placement.
  • Lower GI Endoscopy: Colonoscopy and Sigmoidoscopy.
  • Advanced Procedures: ERCP (Required) and Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) (Preferred).
  • Additional Duties: Esophageal Manometry/Dilatation, Liver Biopsy, and Sengstaken-Blakemore tube management.

Available Dates

  • February: 2/23 – 2/27 (Stat Need)
  • April: 4/3 – 4/6
  • May: 5/1 – 5/4, 5/4 – 5/8
  • June/July: 6/29 – 7/3, 7/31 – 8/3
  • August: 8/17 – 8/21
  • September: 9/7 – 9/11, 9/11 – 9/14
  • October: 10/12 – 10/16, 10/16 – 10/19, 10/19 – 10/23
  • December/Jan: 12/21 – 12/25, 12/25 – 12/28, 12/28 – 1/1, 1/1 – 1/4

Provider Requirements

  • Board Status: Board Certified in Gastroenterology (Required).
  • Licensure: Active Virginia Medical License (Required).
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERCP is mandatory.
  • Liability: Minimum coverage of $2.6M (to meet Virginia’s malpractice damage cap requirements).
  • Certifications: Current Flu shot (Required); COVID-19 vaccine (Highly Preferred).
  • Submission Documents: Self-Query NPDB report dated within the last 30 days must be included at the time of presentation.

Facility in Lufkin Tx, seeking GI locums coverage

Pay rates: 4000/day with 4h gratis included.

$475/hr Call-back after 4 hours.

Orientation $250/hr (typically 4-8 hour long)

Opportunity Highlights 

  • Schedule: 24-hour call shifts (7a–7a).

  • Setting: Inpatient only; no outpatient clinic work.

  • Patient Load: Rounding on up to 10 patients per day plus procedures as generated.

  • Support: Hospitalists handle all admissions; you will have support from endoscopy-trained GI nursing staff.

  • Anesthesia: Anesthesia backup is available on-site, though conscious sedation is preferred when possible.

  • EMR: Currently using Paragon; transitioning to EPIC later in 2026.

Procedures & Clinical Scope 

  • Required Procedures: Standard GI procedures (Endoscopies/Colonoscopies) and ERCP Proficiency.

  • Clinical Focus: GI bleeds, abdominal pain, SBO, food bolus, ulcerations, gastritis, and initial carcinoma diagnosis.

Provider Requirements

  • Board Status: Board Certified (Highly Preferred) or Board Eligible.

  • Education: Completion of a Gastroenterology Residency/Fellowship (Required).

  • Licensure: Active Texas (TX) State License (Required).

  • Certification: Active ACLS (Required).

  • Background: Clean malpractice and no medical board disciplines (Highly Preferred). Emergency privileges may be granted for providers with a clean file.

2026 Coverage Dates Needed 

  • February: 2/22–2/23

  • March: 3/2–3/3, 3/9–3/16, 3/21–3/23

  • May: 5/2–5/4

  • August: 8/7–8/10

  • September: 9/18–9/19

  • October: 10/16–10/19

  • November: 11/2–11/3

  • December: 12/11–12/14

A facility in Lakewood, CO is looking for GI coverage.Pay rate:$4200/ day with 8 hour gratis included$450/hr call-back after 8 hours.Orientation $200/hr (typically 4-8 hours long)Holidays 1.5x regular ratesLocal/drive-in candidates are highly preferred but not required. Travel expenses/lodging covered by the client.
Schedule and Availability All shifts are 24-hour call shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM, ending the following morning.Confirmed Coverage Dates February 13–15 July 12–19 August 18 – September 5Additional ongoing July dates will be presented once the above dates are filled.Ongoing need is approximately 5–7 days per month, continuing into 2025.Practice Setting Inpatient consult-only gastroenterology service Level I Trauma Center GI does not admit; service is consult-based onlyPatient Volume and Case Mix Average of 8–10 new consults and follow-ups per day Approximately 5–8 scopes per day Patient population includes adult, geriatric, and adolescent patients Pediatric trauma patients accepted only if age 15+ and ≥50 kg; otherwise pediatrics are not admittedClinical Responsibilities and Required Procedures Scoping and endoscopy ERCP EUS Management of GI bleeds Evaluation and management of acute GI conditionsSupport Services 24/7 intensivists onsite 24/7 hospitalist coverage 24/7 trauma services No dedicated GI support staffDocumentation EMR: EpicCredentialing:Standard credentialing timeframe is approximately 60–90 days.Emergency privileges may be available within 1–2 weeks for candidates with a clean file.Travel and Lodging Requirements: Candidates must stay at one of the facility’s preferred hotels and request the pre-negotiated rate at the time of booking. Travel exception requests must be disclosed at submission and will be denied if not presented upfront.Requirements:Board Certified in Gastroenterology – requiredActive Colorado medical license or IMLC (LOQ in hand at submission) – requiredActive DEA (must remain active for the full assignment duration) – requiredAbility to perform ERCP and EUS – required and must be noted at presentationAvailability for at least one of the listed coverage date ranges – requiredClean malpractice and background – requiredSelf-inquiry NPDB report – required

Facility near Detroit, MI seeking Outpatient GI locums coverageRates: $500/hr

The facility is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Gastroenterologist for locum tenens coverage. This opportunity offers a predictable weekday schedule with no call responsibilities and access to a full clinical support staff.

Position Details

Position: Locum Gastroenterologist

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Location: Jackson, MI

Coverage Start: ASAP

Coverage Duration: Indefinite

Schedule

Mondays and Fridays

7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Fixed day shift

No night, weekend, or on-call responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive gastroenterology care including outpatient and hospital-based procedures. Procedures include colonoscopy, EGD, ERCP, and advanced GI procedures, supported by a dedicated clinical team.

Patient Volume

Outpatient clinic procedures include 30-minute colonoscopies, 30-minute EGDs, and 60-minute double procedures.

Hospital-based patient volume averages approximately 14 patients per day.

Practice Environment

EMR system: Epic

Trauma designation: Level II

Physician group size: 4 physicians plus locum providers

Credentialing

Estimated credentialing timeframe is approximately 90–120 days.

Submission Requirements

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Gastroenterology – required

Fellowship-trained in Gastroenterology – required

Active Michigan medical license (or willingness to obtain) – required

BLS and ACLS certification – required

Ability to perform outpatient and hospital-based GI procedures, including colonoscopy, EGD, ERCP, and advanced GI procedures – required

Local provider (mileage reimbursed if applicable) – required

Experience with Epic EMR – preferred

Certification and License Requirements

ACLS

BLS

Michigan medical license

Gastroenterologist

Location: Lexington, KY

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Overview:

A hospital-based opportunity is available for a Gastroenterologist to provide inpatient coverage, including call, consults, and procedures. This role focuses on managing a broad range of GI cases with strong APP support in a collaborative environment.

Orientation –  $230/hr

On Call (Daily) – $4000 – “Per 24 hours to include 4 hours gratis"

Call Back –  $500/hr after gratis

Assignment Details

Start: ASAP

Ongoing until permanent provider is hired

Schedule

24-hour call coverage

Includes inpatient rounding, procedures, and ED consults

Approximately 6–8 hours onsite per day

Specific Dates:

May 26 – June 1, 2026 (general GI may be considered for these dates)

Practice Details

Setting: Inpatient / Hospital

EMR: Epic

Dedicated GI APP support (3 inpatient APPs assisting with endoscopy, floor, and ED coverage)

Patient Volume:

10–20 patients per day

Approximately 10 admissions per night

Responsibilities

Inpatient rounding and patient management

Perform GI procedures

Respond to ED and inpatient consults

Provide call coverage

Procedures

ERCP – Required

General endoscopy

Bread and butter GI procedures

Requirements

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology – Required

Active Kentucky License or IMLC – Preferred

DEA – Required

ACLS – Required

ERCP proficiency – Required

Clean malpractice history – Preferred

NPDB Self-Query (within 30 days) – Required

Availability confirmed at time of submission – Required

Credentialing:

Expedited credentialing available for qualified candidates

Facility in Lexington, KY seeking GI locums coverage

Rates: 24-hour call is $4,000 with 4-Hour gratis

Call back after 24 hours is $475 an hour

Orientation $150 an hour

Holiday rates 1.5x

Opportunity Highlights

  • Start Date: ASAP (ongoing until a permanent replacement is hired).

  • Schedule: 14 days per month (7 on/7 off rotation).

    • Note: Availability for the March 17–23 block is mandatory for consideration.

  • Shift Type: 24-hour call (Inpatient coverage, rounding, and emergency consults).

  • On-site Presence: Approximately 6–8 hours per day spent in the hospital.

  • Support Staff: 3 dedicated inpatient APPs assist in endoscopy, the ED, and on the floors.

  • EMR: Epic.

Clinical Scope & Volume

The locum provider will manage acute gastrointestinal needs for a diverse adult patient population.

  • Daily Census: 10–20 patients per day.

  • Admissions: Average of 10 admissions per night.

  • Required Procedures: * ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography) is mandatory.

    • General endoscopy and "bread and butter" GI procedures.

Provider Requirements

  • Board Status: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology.

  • Licensure: Active Kentucky (KY) License is highly preferred; IMLC candidates will be considered.

  • Certifications: Active ACLS and DEA are required.

  • Background: A clean record is required for expedited privileging.

  • Compliance: ERCP proficiency is a dealbreaker. Please confirm this in your submission.

  • Documentation: Self-Query NPDB report dated within 30 days of presentation is mandatory.

Facility in Bridgeport, CT seeking advanced GI locums coverageOpportunity HighlightsStart Date: July 1, 2026 (Ongoing; no established end date).Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week).Shift Times: Standard daytime hours.Call Requirements: On-call responsibilities included. Clinical interventions are generally expected within 24 hours and can often be scheduled for the following day at the physician's discretion. There is no requirement for 30-minute immediate response times.Clinical Setting: Hospital-based inpatient and procedural coverage.Clinical Scope & ProceduresThis role requires a high level of technical proficiency in advanced interventional GI procedures. You will work alongside our existing contracted specialist to manage the advanced endoscopy service line.Required Procedures:Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS): Diagnostic and therapeutic.ERCP: Biliary and pancreatic interventions.Provider RequirementsBoard Status: Board Certified in Gastroenterology (Required for medical staff membership).Fellowship/Training: Formal subspecialty training in Advanced Endoscopy (Required).Experience: Demonstrated proficiency in EUS and ERCP.Licensure: Active Connecticut (CT) Medical License preferred at the time of submission.

Gastroenterologist
Location: Athens, GA
Job Type: Locum Tenens

Overview:
A hospital-based opportunity is available for a Gastroenterologist to provide inpatient coverage and call support. This role involves managing consults, performing procedures, and ensuring continuity of care alongside an established GI team.

24 hour call: $3700; Callback: $475/hr

Assignment Dates:
December 21, 2026 (7:00 AM) – December 28, 2026 (7:00 AM)
Opportunity to join ongoing coverage pool for future shifts

Schedule:
24-hour call coverage
No clinic responsibilities

Practice Details:
Setting: Hospital-based
EMR: Epic
Acute care hospital
Collaboration with local GI physicians for patient handoffs

Responsibilities:
Inpatient rounding
Manage existing GI patients and new consults
Respond to ED and inpatient consults
Perform GI procedures as needed

Patient Population:
Adult inpatient population

Case Mix:
General β€œbread and butter” gastroenterology
ERCP experience preferred

Requirements:
Board Certified in Gastroenterology – Required
Active Georgia License – Required
DEA & CSR (Georgia) – Required
BLS & ACLS – Required
Clean malpractice/background – Required
Must be local (no travel) – Required
Availability confirmed at time of submission – Required

Credentialing:
Must meet facility privileging requirements

Gastroenterology Locum Opportunity – Colorado

Seeking a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist for inpatient GI coverage and call support at a Level III Trauma Center. Candidates must be proficient in ERCP and comfortable managing acute inpatient and emergency GI cases.

Compensation: Orientation – $240 per hour of orientation or training beyond 8 hours, Hourly – $490/hr, Holiday – $730 per holiday hour, no OT, Nightly Call – $545 per night call to hold the pager, to include 2.5 hours gratis, Holiday Nightly Call – $820 per night call to hold the pager, to include 2.5 hours gratis, On Call (Daily) – $3895 per 24 hours to include 4 hours gratis, 24 Hour Holiday Call Rate – $5840 per 24 hours to include 4 hours gratis, Call Back – $490 per hour of patient contact hours, after gratis hours are completed, gratis prorate to MSA terms. Holiday Call Back – $730 per holiday hour of patient contact hours, after gratis hours are completed, gratis prorate to MSA terms

Coverage Dates

Coverage blocks available:

October 19–25

October 25 – November 1

November 9–15

November 16–22

November 30 – December 6

December 14–20

Additional ongoing opportunities beginning January 2027.

Schedule

Weekdays

Inpatient Coverage: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Night Call: 3:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Weekends

24-Hour Call Coverage

Saturday/Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 AM

Coverage Expectations

3–4 weeks of locum coverage needed per month

No outpatient responsibilities

Practice Setting

Inpatient Gastroenterology

Emergency Department Consults

Trauma Center Coverage

Call Coverage

Patient Population

Adults and Geriatrics

Facility Information

185-bed hospital

Level III Trauma Center

Volume

Approximately 2–3 patients per day requiring procedures

Approximately 2–3 ICU GI bleed cases per week

Responsibilities

Inpatient GI consultations

Emergency Department consultations

Management of hospitalized GI patients

Endoscopic procedures

Call coverage for urgent and emergent GI needs

Required Procedures

EGD

Colonoscopy

ERCP

Inpatient GI Consultations

Support Staff

GI Nursing Team

Anesthesia Support

Radiology/X-Ray Support

EMR: Epic

Requirements

Required

Board Certified in Gastroenterology

Active Colorado License or Active IMLC Letter of Qualification at submission

Ability to perform ERCP

Clean Malpractice and Background History

Current NPDB Self-Query Report dated within 30 days of presentation

Highly Preferred

Active DEA

Credentialing & Training

Credentialing timeframe approximately 60–90 days

Required Epic training and onboarding must be completed before start date

Candidates must be willing to complete all EMR modules, virtual training, and onboarding requirements in the required sequence

Submission Requirements

Candidates must provide:

Coverage dates they can work between October–December 2026

Ongoing monthly availability beginning January 2027

Confirmation of ERCP competency

Acknowledgement of EMR training requirements

Current NPDB Self-Query Report

Active Colorado License or Active IMLC LOQ

Travel

Travel assistance available according to facility guidelines. Candidates should be willing to utilize designated lodging arrangements when available.

Gastroenterology Locum Opportunity – North Dakota

A healthcare organization is seeking a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist to provide hospital-based GI coverage. This assignment offers a combination of inpatient consults, endoscopic procedures, and 24-hour call coverage. Providers with ERCP experience are highly preferred to support advanced GI services and maintain procedural proficiency.

Compensation: 24 hour Call: $2460 per 24 hours, Call Back: $460/hr.

Assignment Details

Coverage Dates

December 29 (7:00 AM) – January 4 (7:00 AM)

Ongoing future availability desired

Schedule

24-hour call coverage (7:00 AM – 7:00 AM)

Daily hospital rounding and procedures

Approximately 8 hours onsite each day, with flexibility based on patient volume

Practice Setting

Hospital-Based Gastroenterology

No outpatient clinic responsibilities

Epic EMR

Solo GI coverage while on assignment

Clinical Responsibilities

Inpatient GI consultations

Hospital rounding

Endoscopic procedures

Management of hospitalized GI patients

Acute GI bleed management

Call coverage

Required Procedures

Colonoscopy

Biopsy

Polypectomy

Proctoscopy / Flexible Sigmoidoscopy

Hemorrhoidal Banding

Upper GI Endoscopy (EGD)

PEG Placement

Esophageal Variceal Banding

Management of Acute GI Bleeding

Dilation Procedures

Highly Preferred

ERCP

Patient Volume

1–2 endoscopic procedures per day

1–2 new consults per day

5–6 patients rounded on daily

ERCP volume averages approximately 1–2 cases per week

Support Staff

Endoscopy nursing staff

CRNA support

No NP or PA support

Call Expectations

Average callback volume of approximately 10.5 hours

No additional Gastroenterologist on-site during coverage

No supervision responsibilities for other healthcare providers

Qualifications

Required

Board Certified in Gastroenterology

BLS Certification

DEA (required during credentialing)

Active North Dakota License, pending license, or IMLC eligibility

Preferred

ERCP experience and proficiency

Clean malpractice history

Credentialing

Estimated timeframe: 60–90 days

Case logs required for presentation and offer review

Self-Query NPDB report dated within 30 days of presentation required

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Dedicated inpatient GI practice

Advanced endoscopy opportunities

Strong procedural volume

Epic EMR

Ongoing coverage potential

Independent practice environment with hospital support

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