Gastroenterologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Virginia

This Job at a Glance
Job Reference Id: ORD- -MD-VA
Title: MD
Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing
Shift Type: Day Shift; Call; 24-Hour Call
Assignment Type: Inpatient; Clinic; OR
Call Required: Yes
Board Certification Required: Yes
Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility

This small hospital provides comprehensive gastroenterology services with established protocols for inpatient, outpatient, and procedural care. The facility maintains full nursing support and two APPs to assist with high patient volumes and procedural requirements. The hospital operates with modern equipment to support the annual scope volume of approximately 2,200 procedures.
About the Facility Location

This area offers outdoor recreational opportunities with notable hiking destinations including Humpback Rocks, Crabtree Falls, and Natural Bridge for nature enthusiasts. The region features shopping and cultural attractions such as Tysons Corner Center, Mount Vernon, and George Mason University. Various seasonal events take place throughout the year, including summer concert series and community activities at locations like Cape Charles Town beach.
About the Clinicians Workday

The gastroenterologist will provide comprehensive inpatient, clinic, and OR gastroenterology services Monday through Friday from 8AM to 4PM. The clinician will manage daily pager call from 8AM-4PM plus 10 days per month of 24/7 call including one weekend. Procedure responsibilities include morning sessions 8AM-12PM Monday-Friday plus Wednesday afternoon 12PM-4PM with approximately 11-15 cases daily. Clinic sessions occur four afternoons per week managing approximately 8 patients daily with annual scope volume reaching 2,200 procedures. The position requires managing 2-4 new inpatient consults daily with potential follow-up requirements.
Additional Job Details
Case Load/PPD: 8 patients per day clinic; 11-15 procedures per day; 2-4 new inpatient consults per day
Support Staff: 2 APPs, nursing staff
Patient Population: Adults
Call Ratio/Schedule: weekday call and potential night call
Location Type: On-Site
Government: No
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