Locum Gastroenterologist | Athens, GA | Dec Coverage | 24Hr Call

Job Description


This is a focused locum opportunity at a 196-bed acute care hospital in Athens, Georgia. You'll step into a well-supported GI service, covering inpatient consults and procedures with a team of 5 local GIs handing off cases. Clean, bread-and-butter GI with the option to utilize ERCP skills.

The Role
Athens, GA
Dates: Dec 21 (7a) - Dec 28 (7a), 2026
196-bed acute care hospital
EMR: Epic
24-hour call coverage (hospital only, no clinic)

What You'll Be Doing
• Inpatient rounding on GI patients
• Managing ED & inpatient consults
• Performing procedures as needed
• Covering active GI cases handed off by local providers
• Transitioning care back to the team post-coverage

What You'll Be Working With
• Team of 5 local Gastroenterologists
• Bread & butter GI cases
• 100% adult inpatient population
• ERCP preferred (or prior GI privileges if not currently performing ERCP)

Candidate Requirements
Board Certified Gastroenterology
Active Georgia license at submission
GA DEA/CSR
BLS & ACLS
Clean malpractice/background
Must be local (no flights)
Availability confirmed at name clear

Why This One Stands Out
Quick, defined coverage window - perfect for filling your December schedule.
Well-structured handoff system with local GI team support.
No clinic responsibilities - pure inpatient focus.

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