Doctor of Medicine | Gastroenterology
Location: Midlothian, VA
Employer: Wellhart, LLC
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 48 Days
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Gastroenterology MD in Midlothian, Virginia, 23114!
We are seeking a board-certified Gastroenterologist for a locum tenens assignment in Virginia. This opportunity begins on Jan 9, 2026, and spans 48 days, providing weekend hospital call coverage from Friday at 5 p.m. to Monday at 7 a.m. The role involves advanced endoscopic procedures and a diverse range of GI interventions.
Job Details
- Location: Virginia
- Start Date: Jan 9, 2026
- LOA: 48 days
- Provider Type Needed: Gastroenterologist
- Schedule: Friday 5 p.m. – Monday 7 a.m.; hospital call coverage on weekends
Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform esophageal dilatation and manometry
- Interpret esophageal manometry studies
- Conduct small bowel biopsies
- Perform lower GI endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, and colonoscopy
- Conduct liver biopsies
- Insert and manage Sengstaken/Blakemore tubes
- Perform endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)
- Conduct upper GI endoscopy: biopsy, foreign body removal, fulguration of bleeder (cautery or laser), injection and banding of varices, and ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio Pancreatography)
- Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including PEG (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy)
Additional Information
- Board certification in Gastroenterology required
- VA medical license required
- Flu shot required; COVID vaccine highly preferred
- Must be available to cover open shifts to be considered
- Clean malpractice history required for temporary privileges
- Proficiency in ERCP required; EUS preferred
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment
- Benefit from steady income streams and potentially higher rates, mitigating financial uncertainties and instability.
- Bridge employment gaps or transitions between permanent positions by taking on locum assignments, maintaining income and professional engagement during transitional periods.
- Continuously learn and grow by adapting to various clinical environments, enhancing your skill set and versatility.
- Explore telemedicine or remote healthcare opportunities through locum assignments, leveraging technology to deliver care to patients in underserved or remote areas.
- Reinvent your career by exploring new specialties or transitioning to different healthcare sectors, seizing opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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