Gastroenterologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Austin, Texas

LocumTenens.com; Brookesmith (TX); On-site; USD 185,000 - 332,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com is seeking a gastroenterologist for inpatient coverage in an on-site assignment in Austin, TX. The clinician will provide day shift GI care with mandatory call and will perform ERCP as a required component of the role.

Role emphasizes continuity of inpatient gastroenterology services with RN support available. Board certification in Gastroenterology is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Board-certified gastroenterologist required.
• Inpatient GI coverage with day shift and on-site with call.
• ERCP procedures required as part of assignment.
• RN support available during each coverage period.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient gastroenterology coverage.
• Perform ERCP as required.
• Manage inpatient GI cases during assignment.

Skills

ERCP

Inpatient GI

Call coverage

Education

Board Certification in Gastroenterology

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-224496-MD-TX
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: Early December 2026 - Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift; Call
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This Level 2 trauma facility maintains the clinical infrastructure and established protocols necessary to support inpatient gastroenterology locum tenens coverage. The facility is structured to ensure continuity of specialized care, with RN support staff available to assist with clinical operations. Locum tenens gastroenterology coverage is sought beginning in early December 2026 on an ongoing basis.

About the Facility Location

Austin offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of outdoor and cultural attractions suited to varied interests. Lady Bird Lake provides opportunities for hiking, paddleboarding, and exploration of the surrounding trail system, while Zilker Park, spanning 351 acres, offers additional recreational options including access to the Barton Creek Greenbelt. Cultural destinations include the Blanton Museum of Art, home to 21,000 works spanning multiple eras and cultures, as well as interactive experiences and the Austin Zoo, which focuses on the care of retired animals. Congress Avenue Bridge is home to the largest urban bat colony in North America, million bats, and day trips to natural sites such as Enchanted Rock and Hamilton Pool provide further options for clinicians during time away from clinical responsibilities.

About the Clinician's Workday

The gastroenterologist will provide inpatient gastroenterology coverage on a day shift basis with call required at this on-site facility. Clinical responsibilities include managing inpatient gastroenterology cases and performing ERCP as a required component of this assignment. Call coverage is an integral part of this locum tenens engagement, and RN support is available throughout each assigned coverage period. Board certification in Gastroenterology is required for all clinicians considered for this role.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Support Staff: RN
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Call Ratio/Schedule: Call required
• Location Type: On-Site
• Government: No

Why choose LocumTenens.com?

Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:

• Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
• Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
• Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
• Digital hub for assignment details