Physician / Gastroenterology / Washington / Locum Tenens / Locums Gastroenterology Job in Washington Job

Location: Near Ellensburg, WA
Dates: ASAP - Ongoing

We are seeking a dedicated Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology Physician for a locum tenens opportunity near Ellensburg, WA. This position is designed to provide coverage for elective and outpatient endoscopy procedures in an inpatient setting.

• Position Type : Locum Tenens
• Specialty : Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
• Start Date : ASAP
• End Date : Ongoing
• Coverage Type : Scheduled Clinical Hours Only
• Shift Type : Monday through Friday
• EMR System : Epic

• Coverage Dates : Immediate start
• Practice Setting : Inpatient
• Patients Per Shift : 13-16
• Procedures : Elective and outpatient endoscopies
• Shift Hours : 8-hour shift starting at 7:30 AM
• Cases : Up to 15 cases scheduled per day
• Anesthesia Support : None; all cases are IV conscious sedation
• Team : One room with two RNs (one for sedation, one for circulating)
• Additional Duties : Communicating biopsy results to patients, coordinating referrals, follow-ups, and additional imaging

• Board Certification : Required
• Fellowship : Required
• Licensure : Licensed in Washington or IMLC
• Certifications : ACLS required, BLS not required
• Credentialing Timeframe : Approximately 45-60 days
• Conscious Sedation Privileges : Required
• EPIC Training : Required or successful test-out

• Temporary Privileges : Available
• Hospital Stroke Certification : Yes
• No Call Coverage : This role does not involve call responsibilities
• Practice Setting : Focused on elective procedures in an inpatient OR setting

This position offers a structured work environment with a clear focus on providing high-quality gastroenterology care. The successful candidate will have a strong background in endoscopic procedures and will be adept at managing patient care and follow-ups effectively.

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