Gastroenterology Physician. Job in Coeur D Alene Gr8Jobs

Gastroenterology Hospitalist (MD/DO) Position Summary The Gastroenterology Hospitalist provides inpatient-focused care for patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary conditions. This role emphasizes hospital-based consultation, inpatient management, and procedural care while collaborating closely with hospitalists, surgeons, intensivists, and other specialists to ensure high-quality, coordinated patient care. Key Responsibilities Provide inpatient gastroenterology consultations and ongoing management for hospitalized patients Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute and complex gastrointestinal conditions, including GI bleeding, liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, pancreatitis, and biliary disorders Perform inpatient diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures as indicated Manage pre- and post-procedure care, including monitoring for complications Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including internal medicine, surgery, critical care, radiology, and nursing Interpret laboratory results, imaging studies, pathology reports, and endoscopic findings Participate in inpatient rounding, handoffs, and care coordination Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and procedures Document all patient encounters and procedures accurately and timely in the medical record Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical governance initiatives Adhere to evidence-based clinical guidelines, hospital policies, and regulatory standards Qualifications Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency and Gastroenterology fellowship Board eligible or board certified in Gastroenterology Active state medical license or eligibility for licensure Strong clinical decision-making, procedural, and communication skills Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced inpatient environment Work Environment Inpatient hospital setting only Schedule may include block scheduling, call coverage, nights, weekends, or holidays depending on service needs Physical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods during procedures and rounds Manual dexterity for endoscopic and bedside procedures Ability to move throughout hospital units and procedural areas