Locum-to-Perm Gastroenterologist – Inpatient Coverage_ Des Moines, Iowa
Updated 3/22/26
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Physician
Gastroenterology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
A well-established healthcare system is seeking an Inpatient Gastroenterologist (Locum-to-Perm) beginning October 2025 – ongoing. This opportunity is ideal for physicians genuinely interested in transitioning into a permanent position (attestation required).
Job Responsibilities
• Expand advanced GI services including complex endoscopy, inpatient and outpatient GI care
• Recruit, mentor, and inspire GI hospitalists, faculty, fellows, and multidisciplinary staff
• Provide hands-on clinical leadership managing complex GI cases
• Collaborate across specialties, including oncology and advanced subspecialty services
• Ensure strong referral pipelines and protected endoscopic block time
• Promote research, education, and workforce development initiatives
• Improve access to care and address disparities within underserved communities
Qualifications
Board Certified or ruly Board Eligible (within 3 years of residency)
Active Iowa License or IMLC
ACLS
ERCP proficiency (Required)
EUS (Highly Preferred)
Willing to provide inpatient coverage
COVID vaccination
Clean malpractice/background history
NPDB Self-Query (within 30 days at presentation)
Working Hours
Inpatient, hospital-based setting
Adult patient population only
Skills
Performs EGD, colonoscopy, and therapeutic endoscopic procedures.
Interprets imaging, labs, and pathology results.
Manages acute and chronic GI conditions.
Collaborates effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
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