Gastroenterologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Hospital in California

Job description

About the facility

This facility is a comprehensive acute care hospital providing extensive services including cardiac, surgical, oncology, pediatric, orthopedic, and obstetrics care. The facility operates as a modern healthcare institution with deep community roots dating back to 1873. The hospital serves as a significant local employer and provides emergency care services to the Merced community.

About the facility location

Merced, California, is a growing Central Valley city known as the "Gateway to Yosemite," offering a mix of agricultural roots, a growing university presence (UC Merced), and a revitalized downtown with a small-town feel, while serving as a strategic stop between major Northern California attractions and the Sierra Nevada mountains. It boasts a diverse population, affordable living, and proximity to nature, with attractions like the Castle Air Museum and Merced National Wildlife Refuge nearby.

About the clinician's workday

The gastroenterologist will provide comprehensive GI consultation services with a primary focus on daytime coverage for 4-6 hours during peak utilization periods. The clinician will handle 3-7 GI consults daily and maintain 24-hour call responsibilities for urgent cases. Board certification in Gastroenterology and prescriptive authority are required for this OR-based position. The role involves both scheduled consultations and emergency call coverage to ensure continuous patient care.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 3-7 GI consults a day
• Support staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes

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