Job Description
Join an outpatient clinic and hospital setting as a locum tenens Gastroenterologist, providing crucial care to patients in Fortuna, CA. Engage in diverse procedures including ERCP and fluro, and handle a busy schedule with both weekday clinics and night calls. The position offers flexibility and includes 24-hour weekend call coverage, starting in January 2026.
Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Outpatient Clinic / Hospital
- Start Date: January 1, 2026
- Schedule: Weekday Clinic, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM or 7:40 AM - 3:40 PM, with night call from 5:00 PM until 7:30 or 7:40 AM the next day. Weekend call is 24-hour coverage.
- Patient Population: Adult
- Location: Fortuna, CA
- Stipends: Lodging options can be discussed for non-local candidates
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement if applicable
- Flexible scheduling
Job Responsibilities
- Perform upper and lower GI endoscopies, including ERCP and liver biopsies
- Manage a patient load of 12-16 patient encounters per shift
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive patient care
Qualifications
- Must have an active CA license
- Board Certified in Gastroenterology required
- Completion of Fellowship in Gastroenterology preferred
- ERCP and fluro procedures expertise is required
Working Hours
- Weekday clinic hours, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM or 7:40 AM - 3:40 PM
- Night call from 5:00 PM until 7:30 or 7:40 AM the next day
- Weekend 24-hour call coverage
Skills
- Proficiency in endoscopic procedures and related therapies
- Strong diagnostic skills, especially in internal medicine and gastroenterology
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to handle emergency cases and effectively manage call backs
Join us in providing exceptional gastroenterological care to the Fortuna community, benefiting from a flexible work schedule and a supportive professional environment.