Gastroenterologist

JOB OVERVIEW • 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