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Summary
We have an exciting locum tenens opportunity for a Gastroenterologist seeking to work near Salem, NM. This assignment offers flexibility, top-tier support, and a blend of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities. It's an ideal opportunity for a skilled physician to fill a critical need in a region offering warm weather, scenic landscapes, and vibrant cultural experiences. Assignment Details: Specialty : Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology Start Date : December 1, 2024 End Date : March 31, 2025 Coverage Type : Call only (both inpatient and outpatient) Work Schedule : Coverage required two weeks per month Up to 8 hours per day of scheduled outpatient procedures, with hospital coverage only (no clinic coverage) Beeper call required with 30-minute response time Average calls per 24 hours: 2 phone consults, 4 patient encounters, and 2 admissions Requirements: Certification : Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Gastroenterology Licensing : Active New Mexico license (reimbursement for licensing not provided) Skills Preferred : Experience with ERCP preferred but not required Certifications Required : Basic Life Support (BLS) Procedures and Skills : Competency in upper and lower GI endoscopies, including: Biopsy, foreign body removal, fulguration of bleeders, injection of varices, and esophageal dilatation Small bowel biopsy, sigmoidoscopy, flexible and rigid colonoscopy with polyp excision Diagnostic and therapeutic ERCP, PEG procedures, and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) Liver biopsy and management of Sengstaken-Blakemore tube Additional Assignment Details : Patients Per Shift : Varies by call Temporary Privileges : Available for expedited start EMR System : MediTech Credentialing : Estimated timeframe of 45-60 days Facility Details : Trauma Level : Level IV Pediatric Level : Level II Support Staff : Includes RNs, with no requirement for supervision of Advanced Practice Providers (PA/NP) or residents Benefits : Insurance Coverage : Provided by vendor Travel and Lodging : Nearby accommodations recommended (Hilton Garden Inn, Courtyard by Marriott, Home2Suites) Holidays Off : Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled gastroenterologist seeking a flexible assignment in a warm and inviting location in New Mexico. If you're ready to explore this rewarding position near Salem, NM, please apply using reference Job ID . HDAJOBS MDSTAFF -
Job Description
We have an exciting locum tenens opportunity for a Gastroenterologist seeking to work near Salem, NM. This assignment offers flexibility, top-tier support, and a blend of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities. It's an ideal opportunity for a skilled physician to fill a critical need in a region offering warm weather, scenic landscapes, and vibrant cultural experiences. Assignment Details: Specialty : Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology Start Date : December 1, 2024 End Date : March 31, 2025 Coverage Type : Call only (both inpatient and outpatient) Work Schedule : Coverage required two weeks per month Up to 8 hours per day of scheduled outpatient procedures, with hospital coverage only (no clinic coverage) Beeper call required with 30-minute response time Average calls per 24 hours: 2 phone consults, 4 patient encounters, and 2 admissions Requirements: Certification : Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Gastroenterology Licensing : Active New Mexico license (reimbursement for licensing not provided) Skills Preferred : Experience with ERCP preferred but not required Certifications Required : Basic Life Support (BLS) Procedures and Skills : Competency in upper and lower GI endoscopies, including: Biopsy, foreign body removal, fulguration of bleeders, injection of varices, and esophageal dilatation Small bowel biopsy, sigmoidoscopy, flexible and rigid colonoscopy with polyp excision Diagnostic and therapeutic ERCP, PEG procedures, and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) Liver biopsy and management of Sengstaken-Blakemore tube Additional Assignment Details : Patients Per Shift : Varies by call Temporary Privileges : Available for expedited start EMR System : MediTech Credentialing : Estimated timeframe of 45-60 days Facility Details : Trauma Level : Level IV Pediatric Level : Level II Support Staff : Includes RNs, with no requirement for supervision of Advanced Practice Providers (PA/NP) or residents Benefits : Insurance Coverage : Provided by vendor Travel and Lodging : Nearby accommodations recommended (Hilton Garden Inn, Courtyard by Marriott, Home2Suites) Holidays Off : Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled gastroenterologist seeking a flexible assignment in a warm and inviting location in New Mexico. If you're ready to explore this rewarding position near Salem, NM, please apply using reference Job ID . HDAJOBS MDSTAFF -
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