Locum Tenens Physician - Gastroenterologist Needed in CA

  • ID: 223155A
  • Updated October 9th, 2026

  • Job ID 223155A
  • Job Title Physician - Gastroenterologist
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Gastroenterology
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Start Date 11/17/2026
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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Physician specializing in Gastroenterology for an 80-day assignment in California. The client has an ongoing need for a minimum of 10-14 shifts per month, with potential for up to three weeks monthly. The schedule encompasses Monday through Friday 8am-5pm, involving a mix of clinic, inpatient care, and call responsibilities, along with overnight and 24-hour weekend call. Duties include comprehensive 24-hour call coverage for general GI cases, procedures, and consultations, daily inpatient rounds, scheduled clinic patients, and performing procedures in the lab.
Responsibilities and Duties
  • Provide 24-hour call coverage for general GI cases, procedures, and consultations.
  • Conduct inpatient rounds each morning.
  • Manage scheduled clinic patients and perform procedures in the lab.
  • Participate in Monday-Friday 8am-5pm shifts, blending clinic, inpatient, and call responsibilities.
  • Handle overnight and 24-hour weekend call duties.
Additional Information
  • Board Certifications: Gastroenterology
  • EMR: Epic
  • Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • LOA: 80 Days
  • Work Setting: Inpatient and clinic
  • Call Schedule: Out of house call, including weeknight and 24-hour weekend call
  • Patients Per Day: 10-14 (mix of clinic and inpatient consults/procedures)
  • Staffing Mix: Full support staff and subspecialty backup on call and available at hospital, including ICU Physicians and Nurse Practitioners.
Benefits
  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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