We have an exciting locum tenens opportunity for a Gastroenterologist seeking to work near Salem, NM. This assignment offers flexibility, top-tier support, and a blend of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities. It's an ideal opportunity for a skilled physician to fill a critical need in a region offering warm weather, scenic landscapes, and vibrant cultural experiences.
Assignment Details :
- Specialty : Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
- Start Date : December 1, 2024
- End Date : March 31, 2025
- Coverage Type : Call only (both inpatient and outpatient)
- Work Schedule :
Coverage required two weeks per month
Up to 8 hours per day of scheduled outpatient procedures, with hospital coverage only (no clinic coverage)Beeper call required with 30-minute response timeAverage calls per 24 hours : 2 phone consults, 4 patient encounters, and 2 admissionsRequirements :
Certification : Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in GastroenterologyLicensing : Active New Mexico license (reimbursement for licensing not provided)Skills Preferred : Experience with ERCP preferred but not requiredCertifications Required : Basic Life Support (BLS)Procedures and Skills :
Competency in upper and lower GI endoscopies, including :Biopsy, foreign body removal, fulguration of bleeders, injection of varices, and esophageal dilatation
Small bowel biopsy, sigmoidoscopy, flexible and rigid colonoscopy with polyp excisionDiagnostic and therapeutic ERCP, PEG procedures, and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)Liver biopsy and management of Sengstaken-Blakemore tubeAdditional Assignment Details :
Patients Per Shift : Varies by callTemporary Privileges : Available for expedited startEMR System : MediTechCredentialing : Estimated timeframe of 45-60 daysFacility Details :
Trauma Level : Level IVPediatric Level : Level IISupport Staff : Includes RNs, with no requirement for supervision of Advanced Practice Providers (PA / NP) or residentsBenefits :
Insurance Coverage : Provided by vendorTravel and Lodging : Nearby accommodations recommended (Hilton Garden Inn, Courtyard by Marriott, Home2Suites)Holidays Off : Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor DayThis is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled gastroenterologist seeking a flexible assignment in a warm and inviting location in New Mexico. If you're ready to explore this rewarding position near Salem, NM, please apply using reference Job ID .
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