Gastroenterology
Job ID: ORD-204504-MD-KY
Gastroenterologist Needed for Locum Coverage at Facility in Kentucky
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This job at a glance
- Dates needed: Ongoing locum tenens coverage needed
- Shift type: 24-Hour Call
- Assignment type: Inpatient;ER
- Call required: Yes
- Board certification required: Yes
Job description
About the facility
The facility requires locum tenens gastroenterology coverage to support their inpatient and emergency department services while recruiting permanent staffing. The hospital maintains established gastroenterology protocols and clinical infrastructure to support comprehensive digestive care delivery. The organization provides supportive clinical environment with nursing staff and administrative resources to ensure quality patient care during locum assignments.
About the facility location
This region offers diverse recreational opportunities and outdoor recreation activities. The area features natural attractions and cave systems that provide opportunities for hiking and exploration. Water-based activities are available through various recreational waterways for boating and water sports. Regional attractions include entertainment venues, sports facilities, and year-round activities for residents and visitors.
About the clinician's workday
The gastroenterologist will provide comprehensive inpatient and emergency department coverage working a 7 on 7 off rotation schedule to deliver bread and butter gastroenterology care. Primary responsibilities include managing hospital consultations from inpatient floors and emergency department, performing routine gastroenterology procedures, and coordinating patient care with nursing staff and medical teams. The clinician will handle variable daily caseloads based on facility volume while maintaining board certification requirements and full prescriptive authority. The position requires continuous availability during assigned rotation periods to ensure comprehensive gastroenterology coverage for hospitalized patients and emergency consultations requiring specialized digestive care expertise.
Additional job details
- Case load/PPD: Variable based on facility volume
- Support staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
- Patient population: Adults
- Call ratio/schedule: 7 on/7 off
- Location type: On-Site
- Prescriptive authority required: Yes
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