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

LocumTenens.com; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 221,000 - 387,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com seeks a Gastroenterologist for inpatient coverage starting in early December 2026, on a day shift with on-site call, at a Level 2 trauma facility. ERCP proficiency is required, with RN support during coverage periods.

Board certification in Gastroenterology is required for consideration and ongoing locum tenens assignments. The role is based in Austin, Texas, with ongoing coverage through the locum tenens arrangement.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Gastroenterology is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient gastroenterology coverage on a day shift with on-site call.
• Perform ERCP as a required component of this assignment.
• Manage inpatient gastroenterology cases with RN support available during coverage periods.

Job description

This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id: ORD-MD-TXTitle: MD DATES NEEDED: Early December 2026 - Ongoing SHIFT TYPE: Day Shift; 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