Physician / Gastroenterology / Illinois / Permanent / Locum Tenens Gastroenterology Physician in IL Job

Position Overview: We have an open locum tenens opportunity for a board-certified or board-eligible Gastroenterology Physician in a highly regarded healthcare facility in southern Illinois, near Ashley. This role involves inpatient, call-only coverage, providing critical support to the community and assisting the existing medical team with specialized care.Position Details:Location: Illinois (near Ashley)Start Date: ASAPEnd Date: OngoingSchedule: Call-only coverageHolidays: Coverage includes major holidays (New Years Day, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas)Requirements:Board Certification: Required; board eligibility also acceptableFellowship Training: Required in GastroenterologyIllinois Medical License: Active and unrestricted, or eligible to applyCertifications:ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) RequiredBLS (Basic Life Support) RequiredResponsibilities:Inpatient Coverage: Hospital-based role with a mix of both general and specialized gastroenterology consults.Patient Volume: Approximately 10 patients per shift, with an average of 3 admissions.Rounding: Both inpatient rounding and admissions are required.Call Type: Beeper call with a 30-minute response time.Skills & Procedures:Upper GI Procedures: Endoscopy with biopsy, foreign body removal, bleeder cautery, variceal injectionAdvanced Skills: ERCP (diagnostic and therapeutic), PEG insertionLower GI Procedures: Colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy (flexible and rigid), polypectomy, small bowel and liver biopsyAdditional Expertise: Endoscopic ultrasound, esophageal manometry, Sengstaken/Blakemore tube managementFacility and Support:EMR System: EpicCredentialing: Fast-tracked credentialing available for quick startSupport Staff: Comprehensive nursing and administrative support on-siteBenefits of Locum Assignment:Travel & Accommodation: Covered, with proximity to regional airportsInsurance Coverage: Provided by the recruiting agencyFlexible Scheduling: Ideal for physicians seeking flexible call-only coverage with the opportunity for future dates in 2025This role is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Gastroenterology physician looking to practice in a supportive, patient-focused environment while exploring locum tenens assignments in Illinois.Apply Now! If this sounds like the right fit for you, please submit your application today using Job ID . HDAJOBS MDSTAFF