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Gastroenterology Physician – Outpatient Endoscopy – Locum Tenens – Vancouver, WA

Position Overview

Seeking a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist (MD/DO) for an outpatient endoscopy locum tenens opportunity in Vancouver, Washington, beginning March 8, 2027.

The physician will primarily perform routine screening colonoscopies and general gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures, review diagnostic findings, and communicate results to patients.

This position offers a consistent Tuesday–Friday daytime schedule with no inpatient call responsibilities. Occasional outpatient clinic consultations may be requested but are not mandatory.

Candidates must also be comfortable reviewing study results remotely after hours when needed.

Compensation: Hourly: $460/hr, Overtime: $575/hr, Holiday: $690/hr.

Assignment Details

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Provider Type: Physician (MD/DO)

Location: Vancouver, WA

Coverage Type: Locum Tenens

Start Date: March 8, 2027

Initial Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Positions Available: 1

Coverage Need: 1 FTE

Primary Practice Setting: Outpatient Endoscopy

Associated Hospital: 300-Bed Acute Care Setting

Coverage Reason: Staffing Gap and Procedure Backlog

EMR: Epic

Call Requirements: None for Outpatient Endoscopy Assignment

Clinic Coverage: Optional

Schedule

Workdays: Tuesday–Friday

Shift Hours: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Shift Duration: 9-Hour Scheduled Window

Clinical Focus: Outpatient Endoscopy

Block Scheduling: Not Available

Inpatient Call: Not Required

Weekend Coverage: Not Required for Outpatient Assignment

After-Hours Responsibilities: Remote Review of Study and Test Results as Needed

The schedule focuses on outpatient endoscopic procedures, particularly routine screening colonoscopies

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Patient Population / Volume

Average Endoscopy Volume: Approximately 14–16 Cases Daily

Maximum Daily Volume: 16 Cases

Patient Population: Primarily Adults

Patients Requiring Routine Colorectal Cancer Screening

Patients Requiring General Gastroenterology Endoscopic Evaluation

Patients Requiring Follow-Up of Diagnostic Results

Clinical Responsibilities

Perform Outpatient Gastroenterology Endoscopic Procedures

Conduct Routine Screening Colonoscopies

Evaluate Patients Requiring General GI Endoscopy

Review Relevant Medical Histories and Procedure Indications

Perform Pre-Procedure Assessments

Identify and Document Endoscopic Findings

Review Pathology and Diagnostic Results

Communicate Procedure Findings and Follow-Up Recommendations

Coordinate Appropriate Post-Procedure Care

Review Studies and Test Results Remotely When Needed

Provide Outpatient GI Consultations if Willing and Requested

Collaborate With Gastroenterology Physicians, APCs, and Clinical Staff

Maintain Accurate and Timely Documentation in Epic

Procedures and Clinical Skills

Required:

General Gastroenterology

Screening Colonoscopy

Routine Outpatient Endoscopy

Endoscopic Diagnostic Evaluation

Interpretation of Procedure Findings

Post-Procedure Patient Follow-Up

Review of Diagnostic and Study Results

Preferred, Not Required:

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)

Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)

Advanced Endoscopy Experience

Outpatient Gastroenterology Clinic Consultations

The primary assignment involves routine outpatient endoscopy rather than advanced therapeutic procedures.

Clinical Environment / Support

Established Outpatient Endoscopy Service

Hospital-Affiliated Gastroenterology Program

Other Physicians and APCs Available

Weekday Daytime APC Support

Epic EMR

Routine Screening and Diagnostic Procedures

No Required Inpatient Call