Gastroenterologist
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Gastroenterology
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Hospital
Location
Yakima, Washington, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/13/24
Job Quick Facts
• Specialty: Gastroenterology
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Facility Location: Yakima, WA
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Reason For Coverage: Supplemental
• Coverage Period: Nov 18, 2024 - Ongoing
• Coverage Type: Call Only
• Call Schedule: 24-hr call or 12-hr shift
- 3 weeks/month
• Call Type: Beeper
• Call Response Time: 20 min
• Patient Volume: 5-10; 3-6 (new IP consults)
• Daily Procedures: 5-8
• Phone Consults: 3-6
• Physician in Practice: GI, Anesthesiologist
• Support Staff: 1 APPs, 2 RNs, 1 MA
• Required Procedures:
- Upper GI endoscopy: with Biopsy, Foreign Body Removal, Fulguration of bleeder (cautery vs. laser), Injection of Varices, PEG
- ERCP, Lower GI Endoscopy
- Flexible & Rigid Sigmoidoscopy
- Colonoscopy: With Biopsy & Excision of Polyp
• Duties/Responsibilities:
- Communicate biopsy results for all procedures to the patient directly – or routed through the designated clinic MA.
- Coordinate additional steps to include referrals, follow-ups and additional imaging as may be necessary.
• Trauma Level: III
• EMR: Epic
• Temporary Privileges available: Yes
• Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered
Requirements:
• Active WA License or IMLC
• BC/BE
• ACLS