Gastroenterologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Eastern Texas

LocumTenens.com; Texas; On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com, LLC is seeking a Gastroenterologist to provide inpatient coverage on an in-house call basis at an on-site facility. The assignment runs from November and is ongoing, with a 4-6 call ratio and inpatient responsibilities.

Board certification in Gastroenterology is required for consideration. The role is located in Texas and involves in-person coverage, Monday through Friday scheduling, and collaboration with a small nursing staff to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Gastroenterology required.
• Inpatient gastroenterology coverage experience preferred.
• On-site facility with in-house call schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient gastroenterology coverage on-site under an in-house call schedule.
• Follow a Monday through Friday schedule.
• Maintain on-site availability during designated coverage periods.
• Manage inpatient gastroenterology cases per facility protocols.

Skills

Inpatient gastroenterology

Call coverage

Education

Board certification in Gastroenterology

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-221531-MD-TX
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: November - Ongoing
• Shift Type: In-House Call
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This inpatient facility maintains the clinical infrastructure and established protocols necessary to support gastroenterology locum tenens coverage. The facility is structured to ensure continuity of specialized care for an adult patient population, with 1-2 RNs available to support clinical operations. Gastroenterology coverage is sought beginning in November on an ongoing basis.

About the Facility Location

The area offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of community and recreational activities suited to varied interests. Local programming includes monthly car and truck shows, weekly food truck events, a free concert series, and wellness activities such as yoga and sound bath sessions. Additional attractions include escape rooms, virtual reality experiences, and regularly scheduled community gatherings, providing accessible options for leisure during time away from clinical responsibilities.

About the Clinician's Workday

The gastroenterologist will provide inpatient gastroenterology coverage on an in-house call basis at this on-site facility, following a Monday through Friday schedule. Call coverage is a required component of this assignment, structured at a 4-6 call ratio, and clinicians must maintain on-site availability throughout all designated coverage periods. Clinical responsibilities include managing inpatient gastroenterology cases in accordance with the facility's established protocols. Board certification in Gastroenterology is required for consideration.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Support Staff: 1-2 RNs
• Patient Population: Adults
• Call Ratio/Schedule: 4-6
• Location Type: On-Site
• Government: No