Locum - Physician - Gastroenterology Jackson, MI
Are you a board-certified Gastroenterologist seeking flexible locum opportunities in a leading facility in Jackson, MI? Join Henry Ford Jackson for a rewarding short-term assignment with excellent pay packages, comprehensive benefits, and a consistent schedule. Enjoy the stability of a weekday schedule, weekly pay, and support from a dedicated team committed to your success.
Quick Facts
- Location: Jackson, MI
- Start Date: 01/01/2027
- Schedule: 24-hour call, once a month (Saturday 7:00 AM to Saturday 6:59 AM)
- Duration: Minimum 6 months, 1 week/month coverage
- Shift: In-house from 7a-7p, pager overnight
- Hours/week: Approximately 40 hours
- Employment Type: Locum
- License/Certifications: MI medical license, Board Certified in Gastroenterology, ACLS
- Experience: Fellowship in Gastroenterology required
Pay & Benefits
- Pay rate: Competitive hourly rate, including orientation and holiday coverage
- Benefits include: Weekly pay via direct deposit, comprehensive medical benefits (W-2), robust referral bonus program, licensure and travel reimbursements when applicable, paid sick time, and malpractice coverage
- Additional info: Rate cap at $22K, travel expenses (domestic flights, lodging, rental car) approved per policy
What You’ll Do
- Provide inpatient Gastroenterology consults and follow-up care
- Manage a patient volume of approximately 8 follow-up patients daily and 6-8 new consults
- Cover in-hospital call responsibilities on a scheduled basis
- Collaborate with hospital staff and emergency teams to deliver quality patient care
- Utilize Epic EMR for documentation and patient management
- Support level II trauma center operations with adult and geriatric populations
What You Need
- Board certification in Gastroenterology
- Fellowship training in Gastroenterology
- Active MI medical license, ACLS certification
- Clean malpractice and license history
- Preferred: ERCP experience (not required)
- Minimum 1+ years of relevant clinical experience
About the Assignment
Henry Ford Jackson, a level II trauma center, offers inpatient hospital-based care for adult and geriatric patients. The Gastroenterologist will provide essential inpatient coverage, helping to address physician shortages and ensuring continuous high-quality care in a dynamic hospital environment.
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