Job Summary
Job Description
A highly regarded health system in Yakima, Washington, seeks a board-certified Gastroenterologist for an ongoing locum tenens assignment. This role is based within a well-established clinic that provides high-quality gastrointestinal care and advanced procedures for complex liver and GI cases. The assignment offers a flexible hybrid schedule with both clinic shifts and procedure days available, providing an excellent opportunity to work with a supportive team and state-of-the-art facilities.
Assignment Details
- Start Date: ASAP
- Coverage Needs: Ongoing with flexible clinic and procedure shifts available
- Schedule: 14-16 patients per day in a combined outpatient and inpatient clinic setting
Compensation and Travel
- Hourly Rate: $225 - $290 per hour
- Lodging: Up to $150 per night
- Airfare: Roundtrip airfare covered up to $600, with one checked bag fee
- Rental Car or Mileage Reimbursement: Provided based on assignment details
Benefits
- Streamlined Credentialing Process: Fast and efficient onboarding to ensure a seamless start.
- Comprehensive Malpractice Coverage: Complete malpractice insurance for all assignments, including tail coverage.
- Concierge Travel and Housing Support: Assistance with all housing and travel arrangements.
- 24/7 Support and Advocacy: Our recruiters are available around the clock to support and advocate for you.
- White Glove Service: Tailored, high-touch support to manage all assignment details.
- Personalized Placement Process: We match your skills and preferences with the right facility to ensure an ideal fit.
- Professional Development Opportunities: Access to career coaching, training, and tuition support programs.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct in-clinic procedures, including PillCam interpretation, PEG tube exchanges, Hemoccult tests, and Lidocaine injections.
Provide thorough pathology reviews, manage referrals, and support clinical questions from the clinic’s PA-C.
Option to perform endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures (under conscious sedation) at the nearby MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital.
Document all interactions and procedures accurately within the Epic EMR system.
Qualifications
Active Washington medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
Skilled in a range of GI procedures, including diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.
Proficiency with Epic or similar EMR systems.
Collaborative skills for working effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
Working Hours
Start Date: ASAP
Coverage Needs: Ongoing with flexible clinic and procedure shifts available
Schedule: 14-16 patients per day in a combined outpatient and inpatient clinic setting
Holiday Coverage: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
Skills
Experience managing complex GI and liver cases in a clinic environment.