Gastroenterologist

Gastroenterology Physician Locum Tenens Opportunity

Job Overview

Profession:
Physician

Specialty:
Gastroenterology

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location:

Lakewood, CO

Service Setting:
Inpatient

Coverage Type:
Clinical + Call

Coverage Period:
Nov 07, 2026 – Ongoing

Shift

Schedule:

24-hour call (7a-7a)

Reason for Coverage:
Gaps in coverage

Callback Rate: $525 - $550 per hour

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance:
Malpractice Covered;
Travel and Lodging not covered

Coverage Dates

Nov 07 - Nov 11, 2026

Nov 30 - Dec 05, 2026

Patient Information

Patient Demographics:
Adult, Geriatric, Adolescent

Average Daily Volume: 8-10 new patients & follow-ups; 5-8 scopes per day

Admissions:
Not applicable (consult service)

Case Mix: GI Bleed, Endoscopy, ERCP, EUS, General GI

Facility Information

Trauma Level: Level 1

EMR System:
Epic

Specialty Backup Available:
Intensivists, Hospitalists, Trauma Surgery

Support Staff Available:
None

Privileges & Compliance

Hospital Privileges

Required:

Yes

Temporary Privileges Available:
Yes

Credentialing Timeline: 60-90 days standard; emergency privileges 1-2 weeks

Required Procedures

Scoping (Endoscopy)

ERCP

EUS

GI Bleed management

Evaluation of GI problems

Job Requirements

Board:
Board Certified Gastroenterology

Licenses:
Active CO License or Universal License (IMLC)

DEA:
Active DEA Certification

Experience:

Gastroenterology Fellowship required

Other

Qualifications:

ERCP & EUS proficiency, availability for specified dates, local/drive-in preferred, clean malpractice record

Duties & Responsibilities

Perform endoscopic procedures including scoping, ERCP, EUS, and endoscopy

Manage gastrointestinal bleeding

Evaluate and consult on GI problems for inpatients

Provide call coverage for GI emergencies

Document patient encounters in Epic EMR