Locum Tenens - Physician - Gastroenterology - Tyler, TX - TX license only

Schedule & Clinical Responsibilities:

• Inpatient call coverage.
  
• EMR: Epic
  
• Evaluate and manage inpatient GI consultations.
  
• See approximately 4–6 patients during call.
• Approximately 4–6 admissions may be required.
  
• Scheduled colonoscopy procedures during weekday coverage.
  
• Follow up on patients requiring additional GI services.
  
• Call response is required.
  
• Typical call ratio: 4–6 patients per 24 hours.
  
• Estimated callback percentage: 10–15%.
  

Procedures & Skills:
Experience with the following is required/preferred based on assignment needs:

• Upper GI endoscopy
  
• Colonoscopy, including biopsy and polyp excision
  
• ERCP, including diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
  
• Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
  
• Esophageal dilation
  
• PEG procedures
  
• Sigmoidoscopy
  
• Foreign body removal
  
• Control of GI bleeding
  
• Variceal injection
  
• Liver biopsy
  
• Sengstaken/Blakemore tube management
  

Requirements:

• MD/DO with fellowship training in Gastroenterology.
  
• Board Certified in Gastroenterology required.
  
• Active Texas medical license required.
  
• ACLS, ATLS, BLS, and ABLS certifications required.
  
• Ability to obtain temporary privileges if needed.
  
• Credentialing timeframe: approximately 30–60 days.
  

Practice Setting:

• Inpatient
  
• Trauma Level I
  
• Stroke-certified hospital
  
• Approximately 7 beds in the GI department
  
• 1–2 RNs supporting coverage
  
• No APP supervision required
  
• No resident/teaching supervision required
  

Additional Details:

• Insurance: Provided by vendor
  
• Travel: Nearest major airport is DFW
  
• Admissions: Required
  
• EMR: Epic
  
• Multiple providers: Facility will accept multiple providers