Locum Gastroenterologist | Athens, GA | Dec Coverage | 24Hr Call

Locum Opportunity In Athens, GeorgiaThis is a focused locum opportunity at a 196-bed acute care hospital in Athens, Georgia. You'll step into a well-supported GI service, covering inpatient consults and procedures with a team of 5 local GIs handing off cases. Clean, bread-and-butter GI with the option to utilize ERCP skills.The Role Athens, GA Dates: Dec 21 (7a) – Dec 28 (7a), 2026 196-bed acute care hospital EMR: Epic 24-hour call coverage (hospital only, no clinic)What You'll Be DoingInpatient rounding on GI patientsManaging ED & inpatient consultsPerforming procedures as neededCovering active GI cases handed off by local providersTransitioning care back to the team post-coverageWhat You'll Be Working WithTeam of 5 local GastroenterologistsBread & butter GI cases100% adult inpatient populationERCP preferred (or prior GI privileges if not currently performing ERCP)Candidate RequirementsBoard Certified GastroenterologyActive Georgia license at submissionGA DEA/CSRBLS & ACLSClean malpractice/backgroundMust be local (no flights)Availability confirmed at name clearWhy This One Stands OutQuick, defined coverage window — perfect for filling your December schedule. Well-structured handoff system with local GI team support. No clinic responsibilities — pure inpatient focus.