Gastroenterology Physician Assistant (Locum Tenens)

Quick Facts

• Full-time locum tenens assignment in an acute care setting
• Specialty: Gastroenterology (adult patients, outpatient and inpatient)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, day shift only; no call

Description

Provide comprehensive gastroenterology care for acutely ill adult patients in both outpatient and inpatient practice environments. Evaluate and manage gastroenterology/internal medicine problems, collaborate with physicians and the clinical team, and document care according to regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and manage gastroenterology-related problems
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies
• Prescribe and monitor medications
• Provide patient and family education
• Document all clinical activities per regulatory/accreditation standards

Requirements

• Active New York State Physician Assistant license
• Minimum 3 years of recent Physician Assistant experience
• AHA BLS certification required
• Strong understanding of gastroenterology and internal medicine
• Epic EMR experience required
• No work history gaps exceeding 30 days
• If malpractice history exists (dismissed or not), provider statement required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• All orientation hours are payable
• Malpractice coverage provided
• Consistent weekday schedule with no call responsibilities
• Support from a dedicated account management team
• Opportunity to work in a recognized acute care hospital environment with established clinical support teams