Locum Tenens Gastroenterologist

MEP Health; Altoona (WI); On-site; USD 210,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health in Wisconsin is seeking a healthcare provider specializing in endoscopic procedures to perform upper and lower endoscopies and manage a patient load of 12-14 per day, conducting approximately 14 procedures daily. The role emphasizes credentialing and privileging, maintaining hospital privileges, and coordinating with a recruiter who handles pay negotiations, housing, travel and malpractice coverage, enabling clinicians to focus on patient care.

Qualifications

• Valid hospital privileges required.
• Proficiency in endoscopic procedures.
• Ability to manage a busy clinical schedule.

Responsibilities

• Credentialing and privileging coordination.
• Maintain hospital privileges through ongoing compliance.
• Provide high-quality patient care on a Monday–Thursday schedule (7:30 am–5 pm).
• Coordinate with a recruiter on pay negotiations, housing, travel and malpractice coverage.

Skills

Endoscopic procedures

Hospital privileges

Scheduling management

Job description

Role

Healthcare provider specializing in endoscopic procedures, with responsibilities including performing upper and lower endoscopies, managing a patient load of 12-14 per day, and conducting approximately 14 procedures daily.

Responsibilities

Facilitate credentialing and privileging processes, ensure hospital privileges are maintained, and provide high‑quality patient care within a Monday to Thursday schedule from 7:30am to 5pm. The role involves coordination with a dedicated recruiter who manages details like pay negotiations, housing, travel arrangements, and malpractice coverage, allowing providers to focus on clinical duties.

Qualifications & Skills

Valid hospital privileges, proficiency in endoscopic procedures, and ability to handle a busy clinical schedule. Strong communication and organization skills are essential for effective coordination and patient management.