Locum Tenens Gastroenterologist — Inpatient/Outpatient, ERCP-Enabled, Prestonsburg KY (May 2026)

Job ID: Not provided

Location: Prestonsburg, KY
Type: Locum Tenens (locum-to-perm considered)
Service Setting: Inpatient and outpatient
Coverage: Clinical care + shared on-call
Start Date: May 4, 2026
Duration: Ongoing; anticipated up to 12 months

Schedule

• Clinical: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• On-call: Shared call with additional provider

Patient Population & Clinical Scope

• Adults
• Admissions and inpatient rounding as clinically appropriate
• Phone consults included in call coverage
• Case mix: general gastroenterology with moderate-complexity advanced procedures (including ERCP)

Facility & Support

• Standard endoscopy and clinic equipment available
• Advanced practice provider support
• Specialty backup: medical and surgical subspecialties

Privileges & Compliance

• Hospital privileges required
• Credentialing timeline: ~3 months (includes Medicare and Medicaid enrollment)

Compensation & Logistics

• Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered

Required Procedures

• Upper endoscopy (EGD)
• Colonoscopy
• ERCP (mid/ moderate complexity)

Qualifications

• Active Kentucky medical license or participation in IMLC
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
• Active DEA registration
• Certifications required for hospital gastroenterology privileges
• Experience performing ERCP
• Strong communication skills; patient- and relationship-focused care

Key Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient clinic gastroenterology care
• Perform inpatient and outpatient endoscopic procedures (EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP)
• Participate in shared call coverage
• Collaborate with APPs and hospital staff for coordinated care
• Communicate effectively with patients and families and manage complex care needs