Locum Gastroenterology Physician needed in Kentucky!

Locum Gastroenterology Coverage - Lexington, KY

Seeking a locum Gastroenterologist to provide inpatient coverage while recruiting a permanent provider. This role involves 24-hour call responsibilities with a focus on inpatient GI care, emergency department consults, and advanced endoscopic procedures in a hospital-based setting.

Schedule & Coverage

• Start: ASAP, ongoing until permanent placement

• Rotation: 7 on / 7 off (approximately 14 days per month)

• Coverage dates include:

  • January: 1/6–1/12; 1/24–1/26

  • February: 2/3–2/9; 2/17–2/23

  • March: 3/3–3/9; 3/17–3/23; 3/21–4/6

  • April: 4/14–4/20; 4/28–5/4

Practice Setting & Responsibilities

• Inpatient/hospital-based coverage with 24-hour call

• Duties include:

  • Inpatient GI coverage and daily rounding

  • Emergency department consults

  • GI procedures including ERCP and routine (“bread and butter”) endoscopy

• Average volume:

  • 10–20 patients per day

  • Approximately 10 admissions per night

• EMR: Epic

Support & Resources

• Dedicated GI support team including 3 inpatient APPs

  • Assist with endoscopy, floor coverage, and ED consults

Facility Information

• Location: Lexington, Kentucky

• Reason for coverage: Active recruitment for a full-time Gastroenterologist

Candidate Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology

• ERCP experience required

• Active Kentucky medical license highly preferred (IMLC considered)

• ACLS and DEA required

• Clean malpractice history strongly preferred for expedited privileges

• Availability must be confirmed at time of name clear

This opportunity is well suited for a Gastroenterologist seeking a structured 7-on/7-off locum assignment with strong APP support and a high-acuity inpatient GI practice.