Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Gastroenterology in Athens, GA

Doctor of Medicine | Gastroenterology Location: Athens, GA Employer: Wellhart, LLC Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: 12/21/2026

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Gastroenterology MD in Athens, Georgia, 30606!

We are seeking a skilled Gastroenterologist for a 7-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Georgia, starting Dec 21, 2026. This role involves 24-hour call shifts from 7a to 7a, where you will manage current GI patients, handle new emergency department and inpatient consults, perform procedures, and round on inpatients, ensuring comprehensive care.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Cover current GI patients and consults, with hand-off from local GIs.
• Handle new emergency department and inpatient consults/needs.
• Round on inpatients and perform procedures as needed.
• Provide bread and butter GI care.
• Manage 100% adult inpatient cases; pediatric cases may be seen in the emergency room.
• ERCP training preferred.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Gastroenterology required.
• Experience with Epic EMR system.
• Applicants must possess prior GI privileges at St. Marys if not currently ERCP-trained.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

About Wellhart, LLC

Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart's ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

Whether you're a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:

*Travel the United States and see new places.
*Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
*Set your own schedule.
*Earn more money than permanent providers.
*Experience new practice settings.
*Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.

Join the Wellhart team!

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