Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Gastroenterology in Bridgeton, MO

Doctor of Medicine | Gastroenterology
Location: Bridgeton, MO
Employer: Wellhart, LLC
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: 3/15/2027

About the Position

We are seeking a dedicated Gastroenterologist Physician for a 10-day assignment in Missouri. This role entails providing continuous coverage from Monday 7:00 AM through the following Monday 7:00 AM, with approximately 8–10 hours on-site daily. Responsibilities include inpatient GI consultations, daily rounding, urgent GI management, endoscopic procedures, and transfer coordination.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide inpatient GI consultations
• Perform daily rounding
• Manage urgent GI cases
• Execute endoscopic procedures
• Coordinate patient transfers
• Conduct inpatient and ED consultations
• Provide 24/7 call coverage
• Perform EGD procedures
• Conduct colonoscopy procedures
• Perform biopsy procedures
• Execute polypectomy
• Manage dilation procedures
• Perform endoscopic hemostasis
• Conduct variceal banding
• Place PEG tubes
• Manage urgent inpatient GI procedures

Additional Information

• Board Certifications: Gastroenterology
• Required Certifications: Controlled Substances Registration (CSR), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
• EMR System: Epic
• Setting: Inpatient
• Call Schedule: Inhouse Call, 24/7 call coverage
• Patient Volume: Approximately 18–25 adult patients daily (average 20)
• LOA: 10 Days
• Staffing Mix: GI nurse practitioner Monday–Friday during regular business hours (excluding PTO/holidays); Endoscopy nursing, anesthesia, hospitalists, ED, ICU, and Transfer Center support available; Additional GI physician assistance during unusually high volume

Benefits

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