Gastroenterology Physician

Opportunity:

Physician - Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology

Job Details:

• Perform procedures in the Endoscopy Suite on Mondays, Wednesdays, half-Thursdays, and Fridays

• See patients in the office on Tuesdays and half-Thursdays

• Take night call every night and round on any patient consults in the hospital

• Overtime calculated after 40 hours, not on a daily basis

• Expected patient encounters per shift: 20-25

• Coverage need for May 18-22 available; please indicate provider availability

• Required procedures include: Upper GI endoscopy (with biopsy, foreign body removal, fulguration of bleeder, injection of varices, and PEG), esophageal dilatation/manometry, small bowel biopsy, lower GI endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy (flexible and rigid preferred), and colonoscopy (with biopsy and excision of polyp)

• Specialty: Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology

• Board certification eligible minimum required; board certification not mandatory

• Fellowship required

Facility:

This healthcare facility is a community-based hospital offering a broad range of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including a dedicated Endoscopy Suite. The facility supports internal medicine and gastroenterology services with an established patient population and hospital consult needs. It operates as part of a larger regional health system committed to delivering quality care to the surrounding communities.

Location:

Richlands, VA

Richlands is a welcoming small town nestled in the scenic mountains of Southwest Virginia, offering a peaceful setting with access to outdoor recreation including hiking, fishing, and exploring the natural beauty of the Appalachian region. The area provides a close-knit community atmosphere with the charm of rural Virginia living while remaining accessible via the nearby Tri-City Airport in Blountville, TN.