Gastroenterology Physician

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in medical staffing is seeking a skilled Gastroenterologist for a locum tenens position in Brownsville, Texas. This role involves providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care, including performing advanced GI procedures such as endoscopies and biopsies. The position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment while covering a critical need in the community. With travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered, this is a fantastic chance for physicians looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility of locum tenens work.

Benefits

Travel Expenses Covered

Lodging Provided

Malpractice Insurance Covered

Qualifications

• Active TX License required for practice.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology.

Responsibilities

• Perform GI procedures including endoscopies and biopsies.
• Provide 24-hour call coverage as needed.

Skills

Gastroenterology

ACLS Certification

Emergency Response

Education

Medical Degree

Board Certified/Board Eligible

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Job Quick Facts:

• Specialty: Gastroenterology
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Facility Location: Brownsville, TX
• Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient
• Reason For Coverage: Supplemental
• Coverage Period: May 6-13, 2024
• Coverage Type: Call Only
• Call Schedule: 24-hr Call; 7a-7a
• Call Type: Beeper
• Call Response Time: 30 mins
• Admissions: Yes
• Procedures:
- Upper & lower GI endoscopy with biopsy, foreign body removal, with fulguration of bleeder (cautery vs. laser), With injection of varices
- ERCP ( Diagnostic, Therapeutic, With PEG)
- Esophageal dilatation/manometry & manometry interpretation
- Small bowel biopsy & Sigmoidoscopy
- Colonoscopy with biopsy, with excision of polyp
- EUS, Liver biopsy
• Trauma Level: III
• EMR: Cerner
• Hospital Privileges required: Yes
• Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered

Requirements:
• Active TX License
• BC/BE
• ACLS