Physician Gastroenterology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Opportunity:

Physician - Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology

Job Details:

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


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


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


• Expected patient encounters per shift: 20-25


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


• Required procedures include upper GI endoscopy with biopsy, foreign body removal, fulguration of bleeder, injection of varices, and PEG placement


• Esophageal dilatation/manometry and small bowel biopsy required


• Lower GI endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy (flexible required, rigid preferred), and colonoscopy with biopsy and polyp excision required


• Board certification eligible minimum; board certified not required


• Fellowship required


• Locum Tenens assignment, ASAP start with ongoing need

Facility:

This facility is a community-based health system serving the surrounding region with a range of inpatient and outpatient services. The organization includes an Endoscopy Suite and hospital inpatient services, supporting a broad scope of gastroenterological care. The facility is committed to providing quality healthcare to its local community and offers a collaborative environment for locum providers.

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 activities such as hiking, fishing, and exploring the region's natural beauty. The area provides a close-knit community atmosphere while remaining within reasonable distance of larger cities and regional airports.