Physician​/Gastroenterology​/Virginia​/Locum Tenens​/Locums Gastroenterologist - Internal Medicine in VA

Position: Physician / Gastroenterology / Virginia / Locum Tenens / Locums Gastroenterologist - Internal Medicine in VA
Are you a Gastroenterologist seeking a rewarding locum tenens role in Virginia? This locum opportunity offers a balanced blend of inpatient and outpatient care near the beautiful area of Bristol, VA. The assignment offers flexible dates, a supportive team, and a well-equipped facility to enhance your practice experience.

Position Overview:

Start Date:

January 6, 2025 Assignment Duration:
January 6 - January 17, 2025, with potential for ongoing dates into February and beyond, two weeks per month Specialty Needed:
Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine) Coverage Type:
Scheduled Clinical Hours Plus Call Practice Setting:
Both outpatient and inpatient services required

Location:

Near Bristol, VA

Work Schedule:

Clinic

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call Coverage:
Night call is required, with a 30-minute response time On-call Details:
Expect around 2-3 phone consults and up to 1-2 patient calls per 24-hour period Patient Load and Support:
Patients Per

Shift: Approximately 20 Call Ratio: 1:1 Support Team:
Includes RN (2), MA (1), PA/NP (1), and office staff (2) Procedures and

Skills Required:

Upper GI endoscopy:
Diagnostic and therapeutic, including foreign body removal, cauterization, injection of varices, and PEG insertion ERCP:
Both diagnostic and therapeutic Lower GI endoscopy:
Includes sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, polyp excision, and liver biopsy Other Gastroenterology

Skills:

Esophageal manometry, small bowel biopsy, and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) Facility Highlights:
Electronic Medical Records (EMR):
Athena & Meditech Temporary Privileges:
Available for quicker onboarding Stroke Certification:
The facility holds stroke certification for high-quality care

Qualifications:

Board Certification:
Board-eligible in Gastroenterology preferred Licensing Requirements:
No specific state license required for bidding, though a clean practice history is preferred due to credentialing timelines Credentialing Timeframe:
Approximately 30 days Additional Benefits:
Insurance:
Provided by vendor Travel Assistance:
Close to Tri-City Airport in Blountville, TN, with nearby lodging options for convenience If you???re a qualified Gastroenterologist interested in this rewarding locums role, apply now using Job  #j-257666.