Locum Gastroenterology Opportunity – Albuquerque – Starts 9/14/26 – Primarily Procedural
Updated 9/18/26
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Physician
Gastroenterology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Position: Locum Gastroenterology Physician – Inpatient Procedures Focus
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Start Date: 9/14/2026 – Ongoing
EMR: EPIC
Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Gastroenterology Physician for a locum opportunity focusing primarily on high-volume inpatient procedures. This role offers a predictable weekday schedule, no weekends or holidays, and minimal rounding responsibilities.
Job Responsibilities
Perform 8–10 procedures per day, primarily inpatient scopes at the main hospital
Manage urgent cases such as esophageal food bolus impactions, with direct access to the lab
Occasionally round with APPs if patient needs require
Handle consults for patients who are stable and can safely come down to the lab when service is busy
Preferred Experience:
ERCP and EUS experience is preferred but not required
Adult Gastroenterology & Hepatology procedures
Procedures Performed:
Adult Gastroenterology & Hepatology procedures
Inpatient Upper GI Endoscopy, including:
Foreign body removal
Fulguration of bleeders (cautery)
Banding of varices
Esophageal dilation
Lower GI Endoscopy: Sigmoidoscopy, Colonoscopy, Colonoscopy with polyp excision
Qualifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology (must be certified within 5 years of completing training)
BLS and ACLS
Active NM License
DEA
Working Hours
Monday–Friday, 9 hours/day, on-site
Typical hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Paid lunches and breaks
No call, weekends, or holidays
Additional Info:
Shifts will vary depending on needs; no shifts will be scheduled until credentialed
Why Join Us:
High-volume procedural experience with a supportive team
Predictable schedule with no call or weekend coverage
Competitive locums pay
Work in a modern facility with advanced procedural labs
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