Gastroenterology Medicine Physician

Opportunity:
Physician (MD) - Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
Job Details:

Provide locum tenens gastroenterology coverage on a Monday through Friday schedule
Perform scheduled colonoscopies and visit inpatient consults from the night before
Conduct additional GI lab procedures in the GI suite following scheduled procedures as needed
See 5-7 patient encounters per shift
Work alongside 2 NPs and 1 PA-C who will handle pre and post workups on patients needing scopes
Board certification required; minimum certification level: Certified
Fellowship required (3 years)
Required certifications: ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS
Required specialty skills include:
Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy, foreign body removal, fulguration of bleeder, and injection of varices
ERCP - both diagnostic and therapeutic
PEG (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy)
Esophageal dilatation/manometry and esophageal manometry interpretation
Small bowel biopsy
Lower GI endoscopy and sigmoidoscopy (flexible and rigid)
Colonoscopy with biopsy and excision of polyp
Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
Liver biopsy
Insertion and management of Sengstaken/Blakemore tube

Facility:
This health system is a comprehensive regional medical center serving East Texas and surrounding communities. The facility operates as a Level 1 trauma center with a Level 2 pediatric designation and supports a robust gastroenterology service line that includes a busy GI lab and clinic environment. The gastroenterology team consists of multiple physicians and midlevel providers, supported by a high-volume hospitalist service that generates significant inpatient GI consultation demand.
Location:
Tyler, TX
Tyler, Texas, known as the "Rose Capital of America," offers a vibrant mix of Southern charm, cultural attractions, and a thriving medical community set among beautiful East Texas scenery. The city provides an excellent quality of life with diverse dining, shopping, outdoor recreation, and easy access to the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex via a nearby major airport.