Locum Tenens Physician - Gastroenterologist Needed in ME

  • ID: 218517A
  • Updated May 19th, 2026

  • Job ID 218517A
  • Job Title Physician - Gastroenterologist
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Gastroenterology
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State ME
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Duration
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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Gastroenterologist for a 240-day assignment in Maine, commencing Jul 20, 2026. This full-time locum tenens opportunity involves 4-5 days per week, 8am to 5pm, with shared call responsibilities. The Physician will manage a volume of 14-18 scopes daily, focusing on both inpatient and outpatient cases including upper and lower GI endoscopy, biopsies, foreign body removal, and other specialized procedures.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology care.
  • Perform 14-18 scopes daily, with procedures lasting approximately 30 minutes each.
  • Conduct upper GI endoscopy with biopsy, foreign body removal, fulguration of bleeder, injection of varices, and banding of varices.
  • Execute esophageal dilation, lower GI endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, and liver biopsy.
  • ERCP/EUS preferred but not required.
  • Participate in shared call rotation with other gastroenterologists.
  • Work 4-5 days per week, Monday through Friday, from 8am to 5pm.


Additional Information

  • Required Board Certification: Gastroenterology
  • EMR System: Epic


Benefits

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities


What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.


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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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