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
