Gastroenterology
At a glance
About this assignment
Gastroenterology Locum Tenens | New York
Provider Details:
- Specialty: Gastroenterology
- Job Class: Locum Tenens
- Provider Type: Physician
- Provider Credentials: MD/DO
- Board Status: Board Certified
- Number of Positions: 1
Shift Details:
- Estimated Start Date: December 7, 2026
- Requested Date of Coverage and Schedule: Start Date: 12/07/2026, Contract Length: 26 weeks
- Schedule Details: 24-hour call coverage with full availability expected (Monday - Sunday). Full weeks preferred, or as many consecutive weeks as possible.
- Number of Shifts Needed per Month: Full availability expected
- Procedures: PEG Tube Placement, Esophageal Dilation, Upper and Lower Scope experience, and EGD. (Note: ERCP/EUS are referred out).
- Certifications Needed: Board Certified in Gastroenterology
- Patient Population/Case Load: 15 - 20 patients per day, Adults (acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems)
- Case Mix: Acute Care Hospital, Medication Dispensing: Pyxis
Licensing and Privileging:
- Willing to License: No
- Requires Active State License: Yes
- Estimated Privileging Timeline: 30 days
Additional Information:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Gastroenterology Physician to join our team in New York. This locum tenens position offers a unique opportunity to work in an acute care hospital setting, providing essential care to a diverse patient population. If you are board certified and have the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Day to day
- Daily Structure (M-F): Office and procedure expectations during 24-hour call. Office hours are 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Procedure hours are 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM. (Typically a maximum of 2 procedure days per week). - Support Staff: 1 NP, 1 LPN. Anesthesia is present for each procedure.
Practice details
- Not solo coverage
- Shift pattern: Shift+Call
- Setting: - Schedule: 24-hour call coverage with full availability expected (Monday - Sunday). Full weeks preferred, or as many consecutive weeks as possible.
Case mix
- - Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital
- - Required Procedures/Skills: PEG Tube Placement, Esophageal Dilation, Upper and Lower Scope experience, and EGD. (Note: ERCP/EUS are referred out).
Call
- Call Details: Monday-Friday call includes 8 hours of patient contact (procedures and in-person consults). Weekend 24-hour call includes 4 hours of expected patient contact. Call back requires returning to the hospital. Do not round unless requested.
Dates & schedule
- Start Date: 12/07/2026 (Urgent privileges will be used if needed) - Contract Length: 26 weeks (3 positions available)
Licensing & requirements
- Active state license required
- Estimated privileging: 30
- Minimum 2 years' experience
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
Other details
- Malpractice: Clean malpractice history required (no malpractice history accepted)
Apply for this role
Your details go straight to a physician-led recruiter against reference JOB-03325.

