Gastroenterologist
About The Position
Job Title: Gastroenterologist Job Type: Locum Tenens (Locum -to -Perm Considered) Location: Prestonsburg, KY Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient Coverage Type: Clinical + Call Coverage Period: May 4, 2026 – Ongoing Clinical Shift Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00a – 5:00p On -Call Shift Schedule: Shared call with additional provider COVERAGE DATES Start Date: May 4, 2026 End Date: Ongoing Coverage duration anticipated to be up to 12 months PATIENT INFORMATION Patient Demographics: Adults Admissions: Yes Rounding: Included as clinically appropriate Phone Consults: Included as part of call coverage Case Mix: General gastroenterology with moderate -complexity advanced procedures FACILITY INFORMATION Office Equipment Available: Standard endoscopy and clinic equipment Specialty Backup Available: Medical and surgical subspecialties Support Staff Available: Advanced practice provider support PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Hospital Privileges Required: Yes Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 3 months, including Medicare and Medicaid enrollment COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES Upper endoscopy (EGD) Colonoscopy ERCP (mid -level / moderate complexity) JOB REQUIREMENTS Licenses: Active Kentucky medical license/IMLC Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology DEA: Active DEA required Certifications: As required for gastroenterology hospital privileges Experience: General gastroenterology with ERCP capability Other Qualifications: Strong communication skills and relationship -focused patient care approach DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provide outpatient clinic -based gastroenterology care Perform inpatient and outpatient endoscopic procedures Participate in shared call coverage Collaborate with APPs and hospital staff to deliver coordinated care Build strong relationships with patients and families while managing complex care needs
Requirements
- Active Kentucky medical license/IMLC
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
- Active DEA required
- As required for gastroenterology hospital privileges
- General gastroenterology with ERCP capability
- Strong communication skills and relationship -focused patient care approach
Responsibilities
- Provide outpatient clinic -based gastroenterology care
- Perform inpatient and outpatient endoscopic procedures
- Participate in shared call coverage
- Collaborate with APPs and hospital staff to deliver coordinated care
- Build strong relationships with patients and families while managing complex care needs
Benefits
- Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
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