Job Description
JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Gastroenterology
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Potsdam, NY
• Service Setting: Hospital/Outpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
• Coverage Period: June 29, 2026 – August 31, 2026
• Clinical Shift Schedule:
- Office hours 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Procedure hours 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
• On-Call Shift Schedule: 24-hour call coverage with weekday and weekend call responsibilities
• Call Type: Beeper
COVERAGE DATES
• June 29 – July 6
• July 6 – July 13
• July 13 – July 20
• July 20 – July 27
• July 27 – August 3
• August 3 – August 10
• August 10 – August 17
• August 17 – August 24
• August 24 – August 31
PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adults
• Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 15–20 patients per day
• Case Mix: Gastrointestinal conditions including IBS, GERD, colitis, ulcers, gallbladder disease, and related disorders
FACILITY INFORMATION
• EMR System: Epic
• Office Equipment Available: Standard GI procedural equipment
• Specialty Backup Available: Anesthesia support for procedures
• Support Staff Available: NP, LPN, procedural support staff
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available: Not Specified
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Not Specified
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Upper Endoscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Diagnostic GI Procedures
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active NY License required
• Board: Board Certified required
• DEA: Not Specified
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of recent experience
• Other Qualifications: Epic experience required; strong communication skills; continuous work history with no significant gaps
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology care
• Perform endoscopic procedures including upper and lower scopes
• Manage and treat a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions
• Participate in 24-hour call coverage including weekends
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic EMR
