Physician / Gastroenterology / Virginia / Locum tenens / Locums Gastroenterologist - Internal Medicine in VA Job

Are you a Gastroenterologist seeking a rewarding locum tenens role in Virginia? This locum opportunity offers a balanced blend of inpatient and outpatient care near the beautiful area of Bristol, VA. The assignment offers flexible dates, a supportive team, and a well-equipped facility to enhance your practice experience. Position Overview : Start Date : January 6, 2025 Assignment Duration : January 6 - January 17, 2025, with potential for ongoing dates into February and beyond, two weeks per month Specialty Needed : Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine) Coverage Type : Scheduled Clinical Hours Plus Call Practice Setting : Both outpatient and inpatient services required Location : Near Bristol, VA Work Schedule : Clinic Hours : Monday to Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. Call Coverage : Night call is required, with a 30-minute response time On-call Details : Expect around 2-3 phone consults and up to 1-2 patient calls per 24-hour period Patient Load and Support : Patients Per Shift : Approximately 20 Call Ratio : 1 : 1 Support Team : Includes RN (2), MA (1), PA / NP (1), and office staff (2) Procedures and Skills Required : Upper GI endoscopy : Diagnostic and therapeutic, including foreign body removal, cauterization, injection of varices, and PEG insertion ERCP : Both diagnostic and therapeutic Lower GI endoscopy : Includes sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, polyp excision, and liver biopsy Other Gastroenterology Skills : Esophageal manometry, small bowel biopsy, and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) Facility Highlights : Electronic Medical Records (EMR) : Athena & Meditech Temporary Privileges : Available for quicker onboarding Stroke Certification : The facility holds stroke certification for high-quality care Qualifications : Board Certification : Board-eligible in Gastroenterology preferred Licensing Requirements : No specific state license required for bidding, though a clean practice history is preferred due to credentialing timelines Credentialing Timeframe : Approximately 30 days Additional Benefits : Insurance : Provided by vendor Travel Assistance : Close to Tri-City Airport in Blountville, TN, with nearby lodging options for convenience If youre a qualified Gastroenterologist interested in this rewarding locums role, apply now using Job ID . HDAJOBS MDSTAFF