Physician - GI

Opportunity:

Physician (MD) - Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology

Job Details:

• Provide locum tenens inpatient Gastroenterology coverage Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, one week per month
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• Weekend call coverage required one weekend per month, beginning Friday at 4:30 PM through Monday at 7:30 AM
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• Coverage intended to support hospital-based GI services, reduce burden on existing physician group, improve patient access, and address procedural demand
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• Candidates who can fill full requirement or only weekday or weekend coverage separately will be considered
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• Expected patient encounters of 10 to 15 patients per shift
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• Board certification required; ACLS and BLS certifications required
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• Required procedures include upper GI endoscopy with biopsy, foreign body removal, cautery/fulguration, injection of varices, and PEG placement
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• Small bowel biopsy and lower GI endoscopy required
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• Sigmoidoscopy (flexible) and colonoscopy with biopsy and polyp excision required
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• Recent Gastroenterology experience required with qualifications to perform all included procedures and clinical responsibilities

Facility:

This medical center is a full-service acute care hospital offering a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services to the surrounding community. The facility maintains an active Gastroenterology department with dedicated procedural capacity and supports a collaborative physician group focused on delivering high-quality digestive health care. The hospital is part of a larger health system committed to expanding patient access and meeting the growing demand for specialty services in the region.

Location:

High Point, NC

High Point is a vibrant city in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, known as the "Furniture Capital of the World" and offering a rich blend of culture, arts, and outdoor recreation. With a moderate cost of living, a welcoming community, and easy access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Carolina coast, High Point is an attractive destination for healthcare professionals seeking a fulfilling work-life balance.