Lucrative Gastroenterology Locums in Vancouver, WA
Updated 11/09/26
Vancouver, Washington, United States
Physician
Gastroenterology
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Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Gastroenterology Physician – Outpatient Endoscopy – Locum Tenens – Vancouver, WA
Position Overview
Seeking a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist (MD/DO) for an outpatient endoscopy locum tenens opportunity in Vancouver, Washington, beginning March 8, 2027.
The physician will primarily perform routine screening colonoscopies and general gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures, review diagnostic findings, and communicate results to patients.
This position offers a consistent Tuesday–Friday daytime schedule with no inpatient call responsibilities. Occasional outpatient clinic consultations may be requested but are not mandatory.
Candidates must also be comfortable reviewing study results remotely after hours when needed.
Compensation:
Hourly: $460/hr
Overtime: $575/hr
Holiday: $690/hr
Assignment Details
Specialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Type: Physician (MD/DO)
Location: Vancouver, WA
Coverage Type: Locum Tenens
Start Date: March 8, 2027
Initial Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Positions Available: 1
Coverage Need: 1 FTE
Primary Practice Setting: Outpatient Endoscopy
Associated Hospital: 300-Bed Acute Care Setting
Coverage Reason: Staffing Gap and Procedure Backlog
EMR: Epic
Call Requirements: None for Outpatient Endoscopy Assignment
Clinic Coverage: Optional
Schedule
Workdays: Tuesday–Friday
Shift Hours: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Shift Duration: 9-Hour Scheduled Window
Clinical Focus: Outpatient Endoscopy
Block Scheduling: Not Available
Inpatient Call: Not Required
Weekend Coverage: Not Required for Outpatient Assignment
After-Hours Responsibilities: Remote Review of Study and Test Results as Needed
The schedule focuses on outpatient endoscopic procedures, particularly routine screening colonoscopies.
Patient Population / Volume
Average Endoscopy Volume: Approximately 14–16 Cases Daily
Maximum Daily Volume: 16 Cases
Patient Population: Primarily Adults
Patients Requiring Routine Colorectal Cancer Screening
Patients Requiring General Gastroenterology Endoscopic Evaluation
Patients Requiring Follow-Up of Diagnostic Results
Clinical Responsibilities
Perform Outpatient Gastroenterology Endoscopic Procedures
Conduct Routine Screening Colonoscopies
Evaluate Patients Requiring General GI Endoscopy
Review Relevant Medical Histories and Procedure Indications
Perform Pre-Procedure Assessments
Identify and Document Endoscopic Findings
Review Pathology and Diagnostic Results
Communicate Procedure Findings and Follow-Up Recommendations
Coordinate Appropriate Post-Procedure Care
Review Studies and Test Results Remotely When Needed
Provide Outpatient GI Consultations if Willing and Requested
Collaborate With Gastroenterology Physicians, APCs, and Clinical Staff
Maintain Accurate and Timely Documentation in Epic
Procedures and Clinical Skills
Required:
General Gastroenterology
Screening Colonoscopy
Routine Outpatient Endoscopy
Endoscopic Diagnostic Evaluation
Interpretation of Procedure Findings
Post-Procedure Patient Follow-Up
Review of Diagnostic and Study Results
Preferred, Not Required:
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
Advanced Endoscopy Experience
Outpatient Gastroenterology Clinic Consultations
The primary assignment involves routine outpatient endoscopy rather than advanced therapeutic procedures.
Clinical Environment / Support
Established Outpatient Endoscopy Service
Hospital-Affiliated Gastroenterology Program
Other Physicians and APCs Available
Weekday Daytime APC Support
Epic EMR
Routine Screening and Diagnostic Procedures
No Required Inpatient Call
Optional Clinic Consultation Opportunities
Requirements
Board Certification in Gastroenterology – Required
BLS Certification – Required
Epic EMR Experience – Required
Recent Gastroenterology Clinical Activity – Required
Documentation of at Least 100 Representative Patient Cases Within the Previous 24 Months – Required
Willingness to Review Study Results Remotely After Hours – Required
Proficiency in Routine Screening Colonoscopies
Experience Performing General GI Endoscopy
Ability to Manage a High-Volume Outpatient Endoscopy Schedule
Experience Reviewing Diagnostic and Pathology Results
At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Gastroenterology – Preferred
ERCP and EUS Experience Preferred but Not Required
Washington Medical License Preferred; Candidates Requiring Licensure May Be Considered
BLS Certification Must Meet Applicable AHA or American Red Cross Requirements
Submission Requirements
Updated Curriculum Vitae
Gastroenterology Board Certification
Current Medical License Information
BLS Certification
Confirmation of Epic EMR Experience
Documentation of Recent Gastroenterology Practice
Case Logs Demonstrating at Least 100 Patients Within the Previous 24 Months
Case Logs Must Include Diagnosis or Procedure, Date, and Facility
Confirmation of Routine Colonoscopy and Endoscopy Experience
ERCP and EUS Experience, if Applicable
Confirmation of Availability for Tuesday–Friday Coverage
Confirmation of Willingness to Review Studies Remotely
Earliest Available Start Date
Candidate Presentation Must Clearly Indicate:
Interest in Outpatient Endoscopy, Inpatient Call, or Both
Willingness to Provide Outpatient Clinic Consultations
Candidates interested exclusively in outpatient endoscopy may still be submitted.
Credentialing
Standard Credentialing Required Before Assignment
Gastroenterology Board Certification Verification
Medical Licensure Review
BLS Certification Verification
Review of 100 Representative Cases From the Previous 24 Months
Endoscopy Procedure Competency Review
Hospital and Clinic Privileging as Applicable
Epic EMR Experience Required
Orientation Provided Before Assignment
Position Overview
Seeking a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist (MD/DO) for an outpatient endoscopy locum tenens opportunity in Vancouver, Washington, beginning March 8, 2027.
The physician will primarily perform routine screening colonoscopies and general gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures, review diagnostic findings, and communicate results to patients.
This position offers a consistent Tuesday–Friday daytime schedule with no inpatient call responsibilities. Occasional outpatient clinic consultations may be requested but are not mandatory.
Candidates must also be comfortable reviewing study results remotely after hours when needed.
Compensation:
Hourly: $460/hr
Overtime: $575/hr
Holiday: $690/hr
Assignment Details
Specialty: Gastroenterology
Provider Type: Physician (MD/DO)
Location: Vancouver, WA
Coverage Type: Locum Tenens
Start Date: March 8, 2027
Initial Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Positions Available: 1
Coverage Need: 1 FTE
Primary Practice Setting: Outpatient Endoscopy
Associated Hospital: 300-Bed Acute Care Setting
Coverage Reason: Staffing Gap and Procedure Backlog
EMR: Epic
Call Requirements: None for Outpatient Endoscopy Assignment
Clinic Coverage: Optional
Schedule
Workdays: Tuesday–Friday
Shift Hours: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Shift Duration: 9-Hour Scheduled Window
Clinical Focus: Outpatient Endoscopy
Block Scheduling: Not Available
Inpatient Call: Not Required
Weekend Coverage: Not Required for Outpatient Assignment
After-Hours Responsibilities: Remote Review of Study and Test Results as Needed
The schedule focuses on outpatient endoscopic procedures, particularly routine screening colonoscopies.
Patient Population / Volume
Average Endoscopy Volume: Approximately 14–16 Cases Daily
Maximum Daily Volume: 16 Cases
Patient Population: Primarily Adults
Patients Requiring Routine Colorectal Cancer Screening
Patients Requiring General Gastroenterology Endoscopic Evaluation
Patients Requiring Follow-Up of Diagnostic Results
Clinical Responsibilities
Perform Outpatient Gastroenterology Endoscopic Procedures
Conduct Routine Screening Colonoscopies
Evaluate Patients Requiring General GI Endoscopy
Review Relevant Medical Histories and Procedure Indications
Perform Pre-Procedure Assessments
Identify and Document Endoscopic Findings
Review Pathology and Diagnostic Results
Communicate Procedure Findings and Follow-Up Recommendations
Coordinate Appropriate Post-Procedure Care
Review Studies and Test Results Remotely When Needed
Provide Outpatient GI Consultations if Willing and Requested
Collaborate With Gastroenterology Physicians, APCs, and Clinical Staff
Maintain Accurate and Timely Documentation in Epic
Procedures and Clinical Skills
Required:
General Gastroenterology
Screening Colonoscopy
Routine Outpatient Endoscopy
Endoscopic Diagnostic Evaluation
Interpretation of Procedure Findings
Post-Procedure Patient Follow-Up
Review of Diagnostic and Study Results
Preferred, Not Required:
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
Advanced Endoscopy Experience
Outpatient Gastroenterology Clinic Consultations
The primary assignment involves routine outpatient endoscopy rather than advanced therapeutic procedures.
Clinical Environment / Support
Established Outpatient Endoscopy Service
Hospital-Affiliated Gastroenterology Program
Other Physicians and APCs Available
Weekday Daytime APC Support
Epic EMR
Routine Screening and Diagnostic Procedures
No Required Inpatient Call
Optional Clinic Consultation Opportunities
Requirements
Board Certification in Gastroenterology – Required
BLS Certification – Required
Epic EMR Experience – Required
Recent Gastroenterology Clinical Activity – Required
Documentation of at Least 100 Representative Patient Cases Within the Previous 24 Months – Required
Willingness to Review Study Results Remotely After Hours – Required
Proficiency in Routine Screening Colonoscopies
Experience Performing General GI Endoscopy
Ability to Manage a High-Volume Outpatient Endoscopy Schedule
Experience Reviewing Diagnostic and Pathology Results
At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Gastroenterology – Preferred
ERCP and EUS Experience Preferred but Not Required
Washington Medical License Preferred; Candidates Requiring Licensure May Be Considered
BLS Certification Must Meet Applicable AHA or American Red Cross Requirements
Submission Requirements
Updated Curriculum Vitae
Gastroenterology Board Certification
Current Medical License Information
BLS Certification
Confirmation of Epic EMR Experience
Documentation of Recent Gastroenterology Practice
Case Logs Demonstrating at Least 100 Patients Within the Previous 24 Months
Case Logs Must Include Diagnosis or Procedure, Date, and Facility
Confirmation of Routine Colonoscopy and Endoscopy Experience
ERCP and EUS Experience, if Applicable
Confirmation of Availability for Tuesday–Friday Coverage
Confirmation of Willingness to Review Studies Remotely
Earliest Available Start Date
Candidate Presentation Must Clearly Indicate:
Interest in Outpatient Endoscopy, Inpatient Call, or Both
Willingness to Provide Outpatient Clinic Consultations
Candidates interested exclusively in outpatient endoscopy may still be submitted.
Credentialing
Standard Credentialing Required Before Assignment
Gastroenterology Board Certification Verification
Medical Licensure Review
BLS Certification Verification
Review of 100 Representative Cases From the Previous 24 Months
Endoscopy Procedure Competency Review
Hospital and Clinic Privileging as Applicable
Epic EMR Experience Required
Orientation Provided Before Assignment
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