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Hayman Daugherty Associates, Inc
Bristol, VA, 24201, USA

Healthcare
Temporary
Gastroenterology
Locum Tenens
Inpatient Care

Our job summary

This locum tenens position in Bristol, Virginia offers a gastroenterologist the opportunity to perform both inpatient and outpatient care, including advanced procedures such as upper and lower GI endoscopies, ERCP, and other specialized diagnostics. The assignment runs from January 6 to January 17, 2025, with potential for ongoing work, featuring a supportive team and a well-equipped facility with electronic medical records. Candidates should be board-eligible in Gastroenterology and prepared for scheduled clinical hours plus night call coverage.

Are you a Gastroenterologist seeking a rewarding locum tenens role in Virginia? This locum opportunity offers a balanced blend of inpatient and outpatient care near the beautiful area of Bristol, VA. The assignment offers flexible dates, a supportive team, and a well-equipped facility to enhance your practice experience.

Position Overview:

Start Date: January 6, 2025
Assignment Duration: January 6 - January 17, 2025, with potential for ongoing dates into February and beyond, two weeks per month
Specialty Needed: Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine)
Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours Plus Call
Practice Setting: Both outpatient and inpatient services required
Location: Near Bristol, VA

Work Schedule:

Clinic Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Call Coverage: Night call is required, with a 30-minute response time
On-call Details: Expect around 2-3 phone consults and up to 1-2 patient calls per 24-hour period

Patient Load and Support:

Patients Per Shift: Approximately 20
Call Ratio: 1:1
Support Team: Includes RN (2), MA (1), PA/NP (1), and office staff (2)

Procedures and Skills Required:

Upper GI endoscopy: Diagnostic and therapeutic, including foreign body removal, cauterization, injection of varices, and PEG insertion
ERCP: Both diagnostic and therapeutic
Lower GI endoscopy: Includes sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, polyp excision, and liver biopsy
Other Gastroenterology Skills: Esophageal manometry, small bowel biopsy, and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)

Facility Highlights:

Electronic Medical Records (EMR): Athena & Meditech
Temporary Privileges: Available for quicker onboarding
Stroke Certification: The facility holds stroke certification for high-quality care

Qualifications:

Board Certification: Board-eligible in Gastroenterology preferred
Licensing Requirements: No specific state license required for bidding, though a clean practice history is preferred due to credentialing timelines
Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 30 days

Additional Benefits:

Insurance: Provided by vendor
Travel Assistance: Close to Tri-City Airport in Blountville, TN, with nearby lodging options for convenience

If youre a qualified Gastroenterologist interested in this rewarding locums role, apply now using Job ID .

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