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