Job Description - Gastroenterology Locum
Location: Lakewood, CO
Shift Type: 24-Hour On-Call (Mon-Sun, 7 AM - 7 AM)

Job Overview:

• Facility: Level 1 Trauma Center
• Reason for Coverage: Backfill for gaps in call coverage, starting in February 2025 and continuing through June 2025. Ongoing coverage required starting in July 2025.
• Position Type: Locum; 5-7 days per month starting in February, ongoing dates into 2025.
• Required Procedures: ERCP, EUS, Endoscopy, GI Bleed evaluation, and general GI problem evaluation.
• EMR System: EPIC (Training Required).

Shift Details:

• Hours: 24-hour call shifts from 7 AM to 7 AM (Mon-Sun).
• Callback: Average 8-11 hours of callback expected, paid at $350/hour

Required Qualifications:

• Board Certification: Gastroenterology
• License: Active Colorado license
• DEA: Active DEA
• Fellowship: Gastroenterology fellowship required.
• Background: Clean malpractice and background

Dates & Coverage:

• Scheduled Shifts:
  • Feb 20 (7 AM) - Mar 1 (7 AM)
  • May 19 (7 AM) - May 26 (7 AM)
  • Ongoing coverage dates beginning July 2025 (dates to be released in mid-Jan 2025).

Additional Notes:

• Patient Population: Adult, geriatric, and adolescent (ages 15+). Pediatric patients are not admitted.
• Average Daily Caseload: 8-10 new patients & follow-ups; 5-8 scopes per day.
• Trauma Services: 24/7 intensivists, hospitalists, and trauma services available on-site.

Rates:

• On Call (Daily): $3500 for 24 hours (includes 8 gratis hours).
• Callback: $350/hour