Opportunity Overview: We are seeking a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist for a long-term locum tenens opportunity providing outpatient GI care at correctional healthcare facilities throughout Connecticut. This is an excellent opportunity for physicians looking for a flexible schedule with no call, no inpatient responsibilities, and no procedures.
Assignment Details: - Specialty: Gastroenterology
- Position Type: Locum Tenens
- Location: Connecticut
- Start Date: ASAP
- Assignment Length: Ongoing (6+ months preferred)
- Schedule: 2 days per week
- Hours: 16 hours per week
- Clinic Hours: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
- Practice Setting: Outpatient
- EMR: Epic
Responsibilities: The physician will provide comprehensive outpatient gastroenterology consultations and follow-up care, including:
- Evaluate new GI consults and follow-up patients
- Assess abdominal complaints and gastrointestinal disorders
- Manage chronic GI conditions
- Review imaging, laboratory results, and prior endoscopy reports
- Adjust medications and treatment plans as appropriate
- Provide recommendations for referrals and patient triage
- Coordinate care for patients requiring off-site procedures
This is a non-procedural position with no inpatient coverage.
Patient Volume & Support: - Approximately 10 patients per day
- Dedicated nursing support
- Independent practice environment
- Consistent patient volume
Qualifications: - Board Certified in Gastroenterology
- Strong outpatient GI experience
- Comfortable independently managing a broad range of gastrointestinal conditions
- Excellent clinical judgment and communication skills
- Ability to practice effectively within a correctional healthcare setting
Why Consider This Opportunity: - Flexible 2-day-per-week schedule
- No call responsibilities
- No inpatient coverage
- No procedures required
- Long-term, ongoing assignment
- Epic EMR
- Meaningful opportunity to care for an underserved patient population
