Gastroenterologist

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: Gastroenterology

• Job Type: Locum Tenens

• Location: Potsdam, NY

• Service Setting: Hospital/Outpatient

• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call

• Coverage Period: June 29, 2026 – August 31, 2026

• Clinical Shift Schedule:

- Office hours 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

- Procedure hours 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

• On-Call Shift Schedule: 24-hour call coverage with weekday and weekend call responsibilities

• Call Type: Beeper

COVERAGE DATES

• June 29 – July 6

• July 6 – July 13

• July 13 – July 20

• July 20 – July 27

• July 27 – August 3

• August 3 – August 10

• August 10 – August 17

• August 17 – August 24

• August 24 – August 31

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Adults

• Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 15–20 patients per day

• Case Mix: Gastrointestinal conditions including IBS, GERD, colitis, ulcers, gallbladder disease, and related disorders

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR System: Epic

• Office Equipment Available: Standard GI procedural equipment

• Specialty Backup Available: Anesthesia support for procedures

• Support Staff Available: NP, LPN, procedural support staff

• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

• Temporary Privileges Available: Not Specified

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Rate: TBD

• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Not Specified

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Upper Endoscopy

• Colonoscopy

• Diagnostic GI Procedures

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licenses: Active NY License required

• Board: Board Certified required

• DEA: Not Specified

• Certifications: BLS, ACLS

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of recent experience

• Other Qualifications: Epic experience required; strong communication skills; continuous work history with no significant gaps

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology care

• Perform endoscopic procedures including upper and lower scopes

• Manage and treat a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions

• Participate in 24-hour call coverage including weekends

• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic EMR