Gastroenterologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Hancock, Michigan

LocumTenens.com; Sanford (MI); On-site; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Part time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com, LLC is seeking a Board-certified Gastroenterologist for on-site, day-time coverage at a Michigan hospital. The assignment includes inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology duties with on-site call and no scribe support.

Dates Needed include several multi-day blocks starting early morning. Clinicians will handle charting and coordinate with nursing staff for follow-up recommendations during each coverage period.

Qualifications

• Board certification required for gastroenterology specialty.
• Dates Needed: inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology coverage; on-site day shifts with call.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology coverage on a day shift with call on-site.
• Complete clinical documentation and charting independently, as no scribe is provided.
• Coordinate with nursing staff for patient result letters and follow-up recommendations.

Education

MD

Job description

This Job at a Glance

Job Reference Id: ORD-226812-MD-MI

Title: MD

Dates Needed: 3/28 (7a) - 4/5 (7a); 7/26 (7a) - 8/1 (7a); 8/28 (7a) - 9/1 (7a); 9/27 (7a) - 10/1 (7a); 11/24 (7a) - 11/27 (7a)

Shift Type: Day Shift; Call Assignment Type: Inpatient; Outpatient Call Required: Yes

Board Certification Required: Yes

Job Duration: Locum

About the Facility

This 36-bed acute care hospital operates as a Level III Trauma Center and maintains the clinical infrastructure and established protocols necessary to support gastroenterology locum tenens coverage across both inpatient and outpatient settings. The facility is structured to ensure continuity of specialized care for an adult patient population. On-site resources are in place to facilitate coordinated gastroenterology care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period.

About the Facility Location

The area offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of outdoor and cultural attractions suited to varied interests. Outdoor pursuits include hiking, camping, and skiing, with destinations such as McLain State Park and Mont Ripley Ski Area available for exploration. The region is also noted for its copper mining heritage, with sites such as the Quincy Mine and related historical landmarks providing cultural options, and the nearby Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center offering access to additional natural attractions during time away from clinical responsibilities.

About the Clinician's Workday

The gastroenterologist will provide inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology coverage on a day shift basis with call required at this on-site facility, with shifts beginning at 7:00 AM. Clinicians are responsible for all clinical documentation and charting independently, as no scribe support is available during this assignment. Clinical responsibilities include reviewing all pathology results and completing the associated line of work, which includes communicating with nursing staff to coordinate patient result letters and follow-up recommendations.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Patient Population: Adults
• Location Type: On-Site
• Government: No