Physician

LocumTenens.com; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 230,000 - 290,000; Part time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com seeks a board-certified Gastroenterologist for a Lakewood, Colorado assignment providing inpatient and clinic GI services. Day shifts with call coverage are required, and the position emphasizes high-quality patient care in a premier hospital setting.

The clinician will perform scoping, ERCP and EUS, manage GI bleed cases, and coordinate with hospital staff throughout the Locums engagement. Colorado licensure is preferred, with experience in robotic-assisted GI procedures a plus.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Gastroenterology required.
• Inpatient and outpatient GI services are part of the role.
• Ability to perform ERCP and EUS procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and clinic GI services during day shifts.
• Perform scoping, ERCP, and EUS procedures.
• Manage GI bleed cases and evaluate GI problems.
• Coordinate care with hospital staff throughout the assignment.

Skills

Gastroenterology

Endoscopy

ERCP

EUS

Education

MD

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-212522-MD-CO
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: June – Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: Inpatient; Clinic
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

The hospital operates as a premier full-service acute care hospital and Level I Trauma Center serving as a major referral center for the Rocky Mountain region. This 237-bed facility specializes in cardiovascular, stroke, oncology, and emergency care with a focus on advanced robotic surgery and comprehensive medical services.

About the Facility Location

Lakewood, Colorado, is a vibrant, populous city (roughly 156,000 residents) nestled against the Rocky Mountain foothills just west of Denver. Known for its “urban suburban” feel, it offers easy access to Denver via light rail while boasting immediate access to hiking at Red Rocks and Green Mountain, over 80 parks, and the Belmar shopping district

About the Clinician’s Workday

The gastroenterologist will provide comprehensive inpatient and clinic gastroenterology services during day shifts with call coverage responsibilities. The clinician will perform specialized procedures including scoping, ERCP, EUS, and endoscopy while managing GI bleed cases and conducting evaluations of GI problems. The position requires board certification and involves coordinating care with hospital staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes during the assignment period.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Support Staff: none
• Patient Population: Adults
• Call Ratio/Schedule: Average callback hours: Weekday: 11.63 hours; Weekend: 10.38 hours
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: No
• Government: No