Gastroenterology Physician

ProLocums; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Board Certified Gastroenterologist for inpatient coverage in Council Bluffs, Iowa. This role involves providing 24-hour call coverage and performing general gastroenterology duties in a supportive hospital setting. The ideal candidate will have a Gastroenterology Fellowship and be available for specific coverage dates. With a low patient census, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about patient care and looking for a rewarding locum tenens opportunity, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Gastroenterology is required.
• Active IA license or IMLC is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient general gastroenterology coverage.
• Handle 24-hour call coverage from 7a to 7a.

Skills

Inpatient General Gastroenterology

Board Certified Gastroenterology

ERCP Skills

Education

Gastroenterology Fellowship

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Dates of Coverage:

• Nov 20 (7a) Nov 27 (7a) - credentialed locums only
• Dec 23 (7a) Jan 1 (7a)
• Jan 20 (7a) - Jan 29 (7a)
• Ongoing in July - Dec

Details:

• 24 hour call coverage (7a-7a)
• Setting: Inpatient
• FTE: 1.0
• Duties: inpatient general gastroenterology coverage
• EMR: Epic
• Support Staff: Hospital staff trained in GI.
• Reason for coverage: 2 locums beginning 6 month break.

Additional Information Provided by Client

• Census varies but is typically low, 6 pts has been the max and it only got that high once.
• ERCP skills are not necessary pts can be transferred to a hospital where our group practices and has a physician to provide that service.
• Gen GI procedural privileges and inpatient consults are what we are looking for currently.

Credentialing Information:

• Timeframe: about 2 months
• Credentialing with other facilities? No

• Board Certified Gastroenterology - REQUIRED
• Active IA license - REQUIRED OR IMLC (LOQ IN HAND AT TIME OF SUBMISSION)
• Gastroenterology Fellowship - REQUIRED
• Must state availability for open dates listed in Job description - REQUIRED
• Disclose if provider has worked at any other CHI/dignity facility - REQUIRED
• COVID VACCINATED - REQUIRED