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Physician / Gastroenterology / Illinois / Locum or Permanent / Locum Tenens Gastroenterology Physici

Hayman Daugherty Associates, IncAshley, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

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.

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