Locum Gastroenterology Physician

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Gastroenterology Physician

• Specialty: Gastroenterology

• Contract length: 13 weeks

• Start date: 02/01/27

• Coverage: Scheduled shifts plus on-call

• Setting: Acute Care Hospital

• Pay: $350/hr–$375/hr

Description

Provide locum gastroenterology coverage in an acute care hospital, including scheduled 8-hour shifts (19:00–07:00) and required on-call. You will diagnose and treat adult digestive disorders, order and interpret diagnostic tests, perform endoscopic procedures as applicable, and manage ongoing treatment plans with complete documentation. Work in coordination with other specialists to ensure continuity of care.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat digestive system disorders

• Take comprehensive patient histories and perform physical examinations

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (endoscopies, X-rays, CT scans, blood tests)

• Perform endoscopic procedures to diagnose and treat digestive conditions (as applicable)

• Develop and implement treatment plans

• Manage chronic digestive conditions and provide ongoing care

• Collaborate with surgeons, radiologists, and other specialists

• Educate patients on digestive health and prevention

• Maintain accurate, complete medical records

• Stay current on advancements through continuing education

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school

• Internal medicine residency training (ACGME or AOA accredited)

• Gastroenterology fellowship training (may be preferred)

• Board certification in gastroenterology (ABIM or AOA)

• Active and unrestricted medical license in Maine

• Relevant experience preferred (typically 1+ year in a clinical/hospital setting)

Benefits

• Competitive locum pay ($350/hr–$375/hr)

• Travel and lodging coverage

• Malpractice coverage and risk management support

• In-house credentialing and licensing support

• Dedicated application and assignment support

• Easy timekeeping and streamlined document management