Gastroenterology Locums in Michigan | Block Coverage, Endoscopy and Inpatient Consults
Job at a glance
Job description
Specialty
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
Description
Noor Locums is seeking a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist for a locum tenens opportunity in Marquette, Michigan, starting March 28, 2027.
This opportunity offers a combination of inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology services, endoscopic procedures, and overnight and weekend call coverage. The assignment requires a Michigan-licensed physician who can commit to the complete requested coverage blocks.
Highlights
-
Scheduled weekday clinical shifts with overnight call coverage
-
Weekend 24-hour call coverage
-
Established endoscopy unit with four procedure rooms
-
Average of approximately 12 patients per day, with fewer inpatient encounters
-
Combination of inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology services
-
Cerner and Athena EMR systems
-
Experienced endoscopy team and access to Olympus equipment
Coverage Dates
-
March 28 at 7:00 AM – April 5 at 7:00 AM, 2027
-
July 26 at 7:00 AM – August 1 at 7:00 AM, 2027
-
August 28 at 7:00 AM – September 1 at 7:00 AM, 2027
-
September 27 at 7:00 AM – October 1 at 7:00 AM, 2027
-
November 24 at 7:00 AM – November 27 at 7:00 AM, 2027
Candidates must be available for the complete requested coverage blocks. Partial availability will not be considered.
-
Job Responsibilities
Perform scheduled endoscopic procedures, including upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy.
Provide overnight and weekend call coverage as assigned.
Respond to call within the required 20-minute response time.
Conduct patient evaluations, consultations, and follow-up care.
Review pathology results and coordinate patient result letters and follow-up recommendations with nursing staff.
Complete all clinical documentation, charting, and required work independently without a dedicated scribe or assistant.
Coordinate care with nursing staff and other members of the clinical team.
Complete all required documentation and timesheets, including applicable overtime and callback hours.
Qualifications
Board Certification in Gastroenterology is required.
Active Michigan medical license is required.
Hospital privileges are required.
Fellowship training in Gastroenterology preferred.
Must hold the required certifications: ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, and BLS.
Must have availability for all requested coverage dates.
Must be able to provide both inpatient and outpatient services.
Must be comfortable independently managing clinical documentation and patient follow-up.
Ability to respond to call within 20 minutes.
Experience with endoscopic procedures and gastroenterology consultations required.
Working Hours
Overnight call: 15-hour shifts.
Weekend call: 24-hour coverage.
Call coverage applies throughout the assigned coverage blocks.
Start date is subject to completion of credentialing and required enrollment.
Anticipated start: March 28, 2027.
Skills
Upper GI endoscopy
Colonoscopy with biopsy and polyp removal
Flexible sigmoidoscopy
Esophageal dilation and manometry
ERCP and EUS preferred
PEG/PEG-J tube placement preferred
Capsule endoscopy
Hydrogen breath testing
Pathology review and patient follow-up
Inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology management
Electronic medical record documentation