Physician / Gastroenterology / Illinois / Locum or Permanent / Locum Tenens Gastroenterology Physici. Job in Ashley Gr8Jobs

Position Overview:

We have an open locum tenens opportunity for a board-certified or board-eligible Gastroenterology Physician in a highly regarded healthcare facility in southern Illinois, near Ashley. This role involves inpatient, call-only coverage, providing critical support to the community and assisting the existing medical team with specialized care.

Position Details:

Location:

Illinois (near Ashley)

Start Date:

ASAP End Date:

Ongoing Schedule:

Call-only coverage

Holidays:

Coverage includes major holidays (New Years Day, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas)

Requirements:

Board Certification:

Required; board eligibility also acceptable

Fellowship Training:

Required in

Gastroenterology Illinois Medical License:

Active and unrestricted, or eligible to apply

Certifications:

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) Required BLS (Basic Life Support)

Required Responsibilities:

Inpatient Coverage:

Hospital-based role with a mix of both general and specialized gastroenterology consults.

Patient Volume:

Approximately 10 patients per shift, with an average of 3 admissions.

Rounding:

Both inpatient rounding and admissions are required.

Call Type:

Beeper call with a 30-minute response time.

Skills & Procedures:

Upper GI Procedures:

Endoscopy with biopsy, foreign body removal, bleeder cautery, variceal injection

Advanced Skills:

ERCP (diagnostic and therapeutic), PEG insertion

Lower GI Procedures:

Colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy (flexible and rigid), polypectomy, small bowel and liver biopsy

Additional Expertise:

Endoscopic ultrasound, esophageal manometry, Sengstaken/Blakemore tube management

Facility and Support:

EMR System:

Epic Credentialing:

Fast-tracked credentialing available for quick start

Support Staff:

Comprehensive nursing and administrative support on-site

Benefits of Locum Assignment:

Travel & Accommodation:

Covered, with proximity to regional airports

Insurance Coverage:

Provided by the recruiting agency

Flexible Scheduling:

Ideal for physicians seeking flexible call-only coverage with the opportunity for future dates in 2025 This role is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Gastroenterology physician looking to practice in a supportive, patient-focused environment while exploring locum tenens assignments in Illinois. Apply Now! If this sounds like the right fit for you, please submit your application today using Job

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