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
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Schedule: 24-hour call shifts (7a–7a).
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Setting: Inpatient only; no outpatient clinic work.
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Patient Load: Rounding on up to 10 patients per day plus procedures as generated.
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Support: Hospitalists handle all admissions; you will have support from endoscopy-trained GI nursing staff.
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Anesthesia: Anesthesia backup is available on-site, though conscious sedation is preferred when possible.
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EMR: Currently using Paragon; transitioning to EPIC later in 2026.
Procedures & Clinical Scope
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Required Procedures: Standard GI procedures (Endoscopies/Colonoscopies) and ERCP Proficiency.
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Clinical Focus: GI bleeds, abdominal pain, SBO, food bolus, ulcerations, gastritis, and initial carcinoma diagnosis.
Provider Requirements
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Board Status: Board Certified (Highly Preferred) or Board Eligible.
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Education: Completion of a Gastroenterology Residency/Fellowship (Required).
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Licensure: Active Texas (TX) State License (Required).
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Certification: Active ACLS (Required).
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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
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February: 2/22–2/23
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March: 3/2–3/3, 3/9–3/16, 3/21–3/23
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May: 5/2–5/4
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August: 8/7–8/10
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September: 9/18–9/19
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October: 10/16–10/19
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November: 11/2–11/3
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December: 12/11–12/14