Gastroenterology Physician Needed – Texas
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Job description
Gastroenterology Physician Needed – Texas
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Board Certified Gastroenterology Physician for an inpatient practice opportunity in Texas. This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive gastroenterology services in a hospital-based setting, caring for a manageable patient volume while utilizing advanced endoscopic and diagnostic procedures.
The ideal candidate will have completed a Gastroenterology fellowship, hold an active Texas medical license, and possess expertise in a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic GI procedures.
Schedule & Logistics
- Practice Setting: Inpatient Hospital
- Location: Texas
- Patient Volume: Approximately 5-7 patients per shift
- Credentialing Timeframe: 30-60 days
- Coverage Type: Gastroenterology inpatient services
- Licensure Requirement: Active Texas medical license required
- Licensing Reimbursement: Not provided
Clinical Scope & Facility Details
The Gastroenterologist will provide inpatient consultative and procedural services, including the evaluation and treatment of complex gastrointestinal disorders. Responsibilities include performing advanced endoscopic procedures and collaborating with multidisciplinary hospital teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Procedures & Competencies
Required Core Procedures
Upper GI Endoscopy
- Diagnostic upper GI endoscopy
- Endoscopy with biopsy
- Foreign body removal
- Fulguration of bleeding lesions (cautery or laser)
- Injection of varices
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
- Diagnostic ERCP
- Therapeutic ERCP
Advanced Gastroenterology Procedures
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) placement
- Esophageal dilation
- Esophageal manometry
- Esophageal manometry interpretation
- Small bowel biopsy
- Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
- Liver biopsy
- Insertion and management of Sengstaken-Blakemore tubes
Lower GI Endoscopy
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Rigid sigmoidoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy with biopsy
- Colonoscopy with polyp excision
Required Qualifications
Board Certification
- Board Certified in Gastroenterology
- Board Certification must be specific to Gastroenterology
Education & Training
- Completion of an accredited Gastroenterology Fellowship required
Licensure
- Active, unrestricted Texas Medical License required
Required Certifications
- ABLS
- ACLS
- ATLS
- BLS