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Locum Tenens Gastroenterologist Needed: Provide Vital Inpatient Care near Afton, Iowa (j-232355)Are you a board-certified gastroenterologist seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity to contribute to essential inpatient care in a thriving community near Afton, Iowa? Our healthcare team is actively searching for a skilled and experienced physician to join our team and provide comprehensive gastrointestinal (GI) services to hospitalized patients. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive environment, focusing on inpatient consults, procedures, and collaborating with the emergency department.What this Rewarding Opportunity Offers:* Immediate Impact:Address a critical need by providing 24-hour in-house call coverage, ensuring continuity of care for hospitalized patients requiring GI expertise.* Focus on Inpatient Care:Dedicate your time to delivering vital GI services within a hospital setting. This includes inpatient consultations, performing procedures such as ERCP, and collaborating with the emergency department on GI emergencies.* Diverse Patient Population:Gain valuable experience managing a variety of GI conditions in adult patients.* Seamless Technology:Leverage your familiarity with Cerner, the electronic medical records system used at the facility.* Key Responsibilities:* Respond promptly to in-house call situations, providing timely consultations and interventions for hospitalized patients with GI conditions.* Perform a variety of inpatient GI procedures, including ERCP (required) and potentially EUS (highly preferred) to diagnose and treat complex GI issues.* Collaborate effectively with the emergency department to manage patients presenting with GI emergencies.* Conduct comprehensive inpatient consultations and provide ongoing care management for patients with a variety of GI conditions.* Document patient care accurately and efficiently within the Cerner EMR system.* Qualifications for Success:* Current board certification in Gastroenterology or eligibility within 3 years of residency completion is mandatory.* Valid and active medical license in the state of Iowa or an active Interstate Medical License Compact (IMLC) is required.* Current ACLS certification is mandatory.* A willingness and ability to work within an inpatient setting is essential.* Experience performing ERCP is required.* Experience with EUS is highly preferred.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients, colleagues, and staff.* The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment is crucial.This is a remarkable opportunity for a motivated and experienced gastroenterologist to contribute to patient care in a growing Iowa community. If you're passionate about gastroenterology, enjoy a fast-paced inpatient environment, and want to make a difference through locum tenens work, we encourage you to submit your CV today!Please note: Due to the urgent need for GI coverage, applications will be reviewed promptly upon credentialing. Don't miss this chance to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients we look forward to hearing from you! HDAJOBS MDSTAFF