Gastroenterology Physician

Location: Prestonsburg

Join Our Team as a Gastroenterology Physician – Locum to Perm Opportunity

Are you a skilled Gastroenterologist seeking a rewarding role where your expertise makes a real difference? We are looking for a dedicated Gastroenterology Physician to provide exceptional care in a dynamic clinical setting. This opportunity offers the flexibility of a locum role with the potential for permanent placement, along with competitive compensation and comprehensive support. Become part of a collaborative team committed to patient well-being and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide outpatient gastroenterology services, including upper endoscopies (EGD), colonoscopies, and ERCP procedures of moderate complexity.
• Manage a diverse patient population, often presenting with complex medical and non-compliant conditions, requiring excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Collaborate with support staff and participate in shared call responsibilities, ensuring uninterrupted patient care.
• Maintain high standards of clinical practice while adhering to schedule and procedural protocols.

Required Skills:

• Board-certified or eligible in Gastroenterology.
• Proven experience performing upper endoscopies, colonoscopies, and ERCP procedures.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with patients and team members.
• Ability to manage complex patient cases with professionalism and compassion.
• Proficiency in EMR systems (specific system TBD).

Nice to Have

Skills:

• Experience with advanced procedures such as EUS.
• Familiarity with working in a high-volume or challenging patient environment.
• Bilingual abilities or additional language skills.

Preferred

Education and Experience:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Active medical licensure in the state.
• At least 2 years of post-training clinical experience in gastroenterology.
• Prior experience in a similar outpatient or hospital setting.

Other Requirements:

• Credentialing process estimated at approximately three months, including Medicare and Medicaid enrollment.
• Availability for clinic hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Flexibility for shared call responsibilities with other providers, either on-site or off-site (details TBD).
• Willingness to travel for licensure, certification, and other reimbursements as applicable.
• Participation in ongoing professional development and adherence to all applicable laws and regulations.

Enjoy a competitive hourly pay rate of $4,290.00, with weekly pay via direct deposit, plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage, paid sick time, licensure and certification reimbursements, and a robust referral bonus program. Our dedicated team is available 24/7 to support your success throughout your assignment.

Take this opportunity to advance your career while making a lasting impact on patients’ lives. Apply now to join our compassionate team of health professionals and discover the rewarding potential of this role.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #Live Your Life