Locums - Plattsburgh, New York, Gastroenterology Opening

Locums – Plattsburgh, New York, Gastroenterology Opportunity

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• Locum tenens opportunity

• Coverage dates: May 18, 2026 – December 31, 2026

• Seeking a board certified or board eligible Gastroenterologist

• Fellowship required (no exceptions)

• Practice includes inpatient consults and outpatient endoscopy

Schedule

• Rotation: Approximately 12 days every 5 weeks (Monday through the following Friday)

• Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (30-minute lunch allowed)

• No overnight weekday call

• Some call coverage required (details to be discussed)

Clinical Details

• Daily structure:

  • 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Inpatient cases

  • 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Endoscopy procedures (average 6 colonoscopies per day)

• Patient load:

  • 10–15 inpatient consults

• Weekly procedures: Approximately 40 (elective and urgent/emergent)

• Mix of inpatient coverage and elective scoping

Scope of Practice

• Management of general GI conditions

• Cirrhosis and chronic liver disease

• Acute flares of inflammatory bowel disease

• Capsule endoscopy interpretation

• General endoscopy procedures

• No ERCP or EUS required

Procedures

• Endoscopy

• Colonoscopy

Clinical Support and Technology

• EMR: EPIC

• Support staff: Nurse Practitioner support

• APPs manage inpatient consult service Monday–Thursday

• Minimal oversight of inpatient NP required

• Collaborative team environment

Additional Responsibilities

• Timely documentation

• Coordination with hospital teams

• Strong communication and professionalism

Requirements

• Board certified or board eligible in Gastroenterology

• Fellowship required

• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required

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Organization Information

• Level III Trauma Center

• Established GI service with APP support

• Balanced mix of inpatient consults and procedural work

• Efficient workflow with dedicated endoscopy time

About the Area – Plattsburgh, New York

• Location & Access: Situated on Lake Champlain near the Canadian border, with easy access to Montreal

• Outdoor Recreation: Boating, fishing, hiking, and proximity to the Adirondack Mountains

• Community Lifestyle: Small-city feel with historic charm and waterfront views

• Regional Attractions: Lake Champlain, Adirondack Park, and year-round outdoor activities

• Quality of Life: Scenic environment, relaxed pace of life, and strong outdoor lifestyle appeal

What RecruitWell Provides

A+ rated malpractice coverage

Weekly direct deposit

24/7 dedicated recruiter support

Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance

Prepaid travel and lodging (no flights)

RecruitWell’s Core Values

Open communication

Sense of urgency

Teamwork

Accountability

Driven to win

Higher consciousness