Gastroenterologist

Gastroenterology Physician Locum Tenens OpportunityJob OverviewProfession: PhysicianSpecialty: GastroenterologyJob Type: Locum TenensLocation: Lakewood, COService Setting: InpatientCoverage Type: Clinical + CallCoverage Period: Nov 07, 2026 – OngoingShift Schedule: 24-hour call (7a-7a)Reason for Coverage: Gaps in coverageCallback Rate: $525 - $550 per hourTravel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Malpractice Covered; Travel and Lodging not coveredCoverage DatesNov 07 - Nov 11, 2026Nov 30 - Dec 05, 2026Patient InformationPatient Demographics: Adult, Geriatric, AdolescentAverage Daily Volume: 8-10 new patients & follow-ups; 5-8 scopes per dayAdmissions: Not applicable (consult service)Case Mix: GI Bleed, Endoscopy, ERCP, EUS, General GIFacility InformationTrauma Level: Level 1EMR System: EpicSpecialty Backup Available: Intensivists, Hospitalists, Trauma SurgerySupport Staff Available: NonePrivileges & ComplianceHospital Privileges Required: YesTemporary Privileges Available: YesCredentialing Timeline: 60-90 days standard; emergency privileges 1-2 weeksRequired ProceduresScoping (Endoscopy)ERCPEUSGI Bleed managementEvaluation of GI problemsJob RequirementsBoard: Board Certified GastroenterologyLicenses: Active CO License or Universal License (IMLC)DEA: Active DEA CertificationExperience: Gastroenterology Fellowship requiredOther Qualifications: ERCP & EUS proficiency, availability for specified dates, local/drive-in preferred, clean malpractice recordDuties & ResponsibilitiesPerform endoscopic procedures including scoping, ERCP, EUS, and endoscopyManage gastrointestinal bleedingEvaluate and consult on GI problems for inpatientsProvide call coverage for GI emergenciesDocument patient encounters in Epic EMR