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Job description
Locum | Physician – Gastroenterology
Location: Richmond
Overview
A hospital in Richmond, VA is seeking a Board Certified Gastroenterologist for weekend call coverage due to a temporary gap in coverage. The provider will support hospital-based gastroenterology services and perform a range of advanced endoscopic procedures.
Practice Highlights
• Weekend Hospital Call Coverage (Saturday–Sunday)
• Clinical Areas: Adult | Hospital | Office/Clinic
• Average 8 procedures per weekend
• Procedures include GSI, Hepatology, Colonoscopy, EGD, ERCP and related services
• Lab & X-Ray available onsite
• EMR: Epic
• No trauma designation
Coverage Dates
• March 20 – March 23
Estimated Credentialing Timeline: ~90 days
Required Procedures
• Esophageal Dilatation / Manometry
• Esophageal Manometry Interpretation
• Small Bowel Biopsy
• Lower GI Endoscopy
• Sigmoidoscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Liver Biopsy
• Sengstaken/Blakemore Tube Insertion & Management
• Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
Upper GI Endoscopy including:
• Biopsy
• Foreign Body Removal
• Bleeder Fulguration (Cautery/Laser)
• Variceal Injection & Banding
• ERCP (Diagnostic & Therapeutic)
• PEG (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy)
Candidate Requirements
• Board Certified – REQUIRED
• Active Virginia License – REQUIRED
• ERCP Certification – REQUIRED (Must confirm at name clear)
• Flu Shot – REQUIRED
• COVID Vaccine – Highly Preferred
• Clean Malpractice History – REQUIRED (for temporary privileges)
• Clean Background – REQUIRED
• NPDB Self-Query within 30 days – REQUIRED
• Must be available for the open shift to be considered
Why Richmond, VA?
Richmond offers a vibrant mix of historic charm, cultural attractions, and outdoor recreation along the James River, while still providing easy access to major East Coast cities.
How to Apply
If you are available for the listed dates and meet the procedural and credentialing requirements, please reach out to discuss submission.
Worksite address
richmond, VA, 23214, US
Who can apply
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