Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Gastroenterology in Richmond, IN

Doctor of Medicine | Gastroenterology
Location: Richmond, IN
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 5 days x 8 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

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JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Gastroenterologist
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Richmond, IN
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
• Coverage Period: March 30, 2026 – June 29, 2026 (3 separate weeks of coverage)
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00a – 7:00a (8 hours regular + night call)
• On-Call Shift Schedule: 24-hour call on weekends with 2 gratis per 24 hours
• Call Type: In-House
• Call Ratio: 1:1

COVERAGE DATES
• March 30, 2026 – April 6, 2026
• May 4, 2026 – May 11, 2026
• June 22, 2026 – June 29, 2026

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adults
• Patient Volume/Census: Variable, inpatient and procedural cases
• Admissions: Yes, inpatient gastroenterology service
• Rounding: Included
• Phone Consults: Yes
• Case Mix: General Gastroenterology – diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for diseases of the esophagus, stomach, intestines, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts, and liver

FACILITY INFORMATION
• No. of Beds in Department: 220+ total hospital beds
• Trauma Level: Level III Trauma Center
• EMR System: Epic
• Office Equipment Available: Standard endoscopy suite
• Specialty Backup Available: Anesthesia available based on OR availability
• Support Staff Available: RNs, APPs, and anesthesia team (when available)
• Reason for Coverage: Growth

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available: No
• Credentialing Timeline: 60–90 days
• Orientation: In-person orientation required (7:30a–5:00p) Friday prior to start or within 2 weeks before start date

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: 8 hours regular daily pay + night call (0 gratis on weekdays; 2 gratis per 24-hour call on weekends)
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Upper GI Endoscopy (Mandatory)
• Lower GI Endoscopy (Mandatory)
• Sigmoidoscopy (Mandatory)
• Colonoscopy (Mandatory)
• Esophageal Dilatation (Mandatory)
• Esophageal Manometry (Mandatory)
• Biopsy during Endoscopy/Colonoscopy (Mandatory)
• ERCP – Not Applicable
• Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) – Not Applicable

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active Indiana license or IMLC
• Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible (within 5 years of residency)
• DEA: Active DEA Certification required
• Certifications: BLS (AHA issued), ACLS (AHA issued)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years post-residency experience preferred
• Other Qualifications: Must enter orders in Epic; order entry and timekeeping via Vemsta platform; flu and COVID vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions accepted)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic gastroenterology procedures as listed above
• Manage inpatient GI consults, rounding, and treatment plans
• Provide 24-hour on-call coverage for assigned dates
• Enter clinical orders and maintain accurate documentation in Epic EMR
• Collaborate with hospital staff and support teams to ensure quality patient care
• Attend mandatory in-person orientation before assignment start

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