Gastroenterology Physician - Northampton, MA

Job Description
Join an established hospital-based gastroenterology practice delivering comprehensive GI care to adult patients in a vibrant community setting. This temporary assignment offers a full-time day schedule with optional weekend call and collaborative support from physician assistants. Enjoy a structured orientation, competitive call compensation, and travel assistance for non-local physicians.

Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Hospital
- Start Date: 01/01/2027
- End Date: 03/31/2027 (option to extend)
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (10-hour shifts) with night call Monday–Thursday, 5:00 PM – 7:00 AM (second call) and optional weekend call Friday 3:00 PM – Monday 7:00 AM
- Patient Population: Adults
- Location: Northampton, MA
- Stipends: Hotel, rental car or mileage reimbursement (flights not covered)

Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Flexible scheduling (optional)

Job Responsibilities
- Perform upper and lower endoscopies, colonoscopies, and other general GI procedures.
- Conduct daily patient rounds each morning.
- Provide add-on cases as needed, typically concluding by 5:00 PM.
- Participate in on-call duties, including night and optional weekend coverage.

Qualifications
- Board certification in Gastroenterology.
- Active Massachusetts medical license.
- BLS certification and DEA registration.
- Minimum of one year post-fellowship experience.

Working Hours
- Core day shift: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday.
- Night call: 5:00 PM – 7:00 AM, Monday-Thursday (second call).
- Optional weekend call: Friday 3:00 PM – Monday 7:00 AM.

Skills
- Proficiency with Epic EMR.
- Ability to manage a high volume endoscopy schedule.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, especially when coordinating with physician assistants.
- Excellent clinical judgment for both routine and emergent GI cases.