Pediatric Gastroenterologist

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: Pediatric Gastroenterologist

• Job Type: Locum Tenens

• Location: Phoenix, AZ

• Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient

• Coverage Type: Clinical Only

• Coverage Period: 03/30/2026 – 04/03/2026 (Ongoing potential; 1 week/month preferred for several months up to 1 year)

• Clinical Shift Schedule: 8-hour day shifts; 4 days clinic and 1 day endoscopy/administrative

COVERAGE DATES

• 03/30/2026 – 04/03/2026

• Additional 1 week per month coverage preferred for ongoing need

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Pediatric patients

• Patient Volume/Census: Consultations average 1 per week during business hours

• Admissions: Yes, as clinically appropriate

• Rounding: Included during scheduled hours

• Phone Consults: During business hours only

• Case Mix: Full spectrum of pediatric gastroenterology conditions (No ERCP performed at facility)

FACILITY INFORMATION

• Trauma Level: Adult Level I–IV

• EMR System: EPIC; Endovault for endoscopy documentation

• Office Equipment Available: Fully equipped clinic and endoscopy suite

• Specialty Backup Available: Full range of children’s health services

• Support Staff Available: Cultural health navigation program supporting international refugee populations

• Reason for Coverage: Ongoing supplemental coverage need

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

• Credentialing Timeline: AZ Licensed ~6 weeks; IMLC ~2 months; Not AZ Licensed ~3 months (credentialing may begin during licensure process)

• Submission Restriction: Agency ownership for 1 year from date of submission

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Included within flat rate structure

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Pediatric GI clinic evaluations and management

• Endoscopic procedures appropriate to pediatric GI (No ERCP performed)

• Inpatient consultations during business hours

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licenses: Active AZ license preferred; Willing to license; IMLC considered

• Board: Board Certified in Pediatric Gastroenterology within the last 5 years

• DEA: Active DEA required

• Certifications: As required by specialty and hospital privileging

• Experience: Minimum 2 years recent experience in Pediatric Gastroenterology

• Other Qualifications: Medicare eligible and enrolled (not opted out); Clean malpractice and license history required; Updated CV with all gaps explained

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive pediatric gastroenterology care in clinic and endoscopy settings

• Conduct inpatient consultations during scheduled business hours

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary pediatric teams to ensure continuity of care

• Utilize EPIC and Endovault systems for documentation

• Deliver culturally competent care supported by health navigation services