Physician - GI

Royal Surgical Associates; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 262,000 - 344,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Surgical Associates is seeking a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist for locum coverage at a 196-bed acute care hospital in Athens, GA. You will provide inpatient GI coverage, perform procedures as needed, and handle ED inpatient consults with 24-hour call support.

EMR is Epic; weekend coverage is included. Requires ACLS, BLS, Georgia license/DEA, and CSR; inpatient pediatric exposure is limited to ED only. Athens offers a vibrant college-town environment with Southern charm.

Qualifications

• Board-certified in Gastroenterology.
• Active Georgia medical license and Georgia DEA/CSR.
• ACLS and BLS certifications and CSR/DEA registrations.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient GI coverage with 24-hour call.
• Perform GI procedures as needed (including ERCP).
• Handle ER/ED inpatient consults and hand off to local GI team.

Skills

Gastroenterology

ERCP training

Inpatient care

Education

Board Certification in Gastroenterology

Job description

Opportunity: Physician - Gastroenterology Job Details: Locum Gastroenterology coverage needed with provider added to a pool for ongoing shifts as needed

Coverage dates: December 24 (7:00 AM) through Monday, December 28 (7:00 AM) - 4 days total 24-hour call coverage with rounding

No clinic coverage required

Cover hospital rounding on inpatients, perform procedures as needed, and cover emergency department inpatient consults

Provider will cover current GI patients and consults as handed off by local GIs, handle any new emergency department or inpatient consults, then hand back off to local GI physicians

Bread and butter GI experience required; ERCP training required 100% adult inpatient coverage; pediatric patients may be seen in the emergency department but no inpatient pediatric line

EMR system: Epic

Weekend coverage is part of the schedule

Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, DEA, and Controlled Substance Registration (CSR/CDS)

Board Certified in Gastroenterology required

Active Georgia license and Georgia DEA/CSR required at time of submission

Facility: This 196-bed acute care hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and emergency medical services to the surrounding community.

The facility supports a full range of gastroenterological services and procedures, working alongside a team of local GI physicians to deliver high-quality patient care.

The hospital utilizes Epic as its electronic medical records system and maintains a strong commitment to excellence in patient outcomes.

Location: Athens, GA

Athens, Georgia is a vibrant college town known for its lively arts and music scene, rich history, and welcoming Southern charm. The city offers an excellent quality of life with diverse dining options, outdoor recreational activities, and a strong sense of community, making it a wonderful place to both work and explore.