Job Description
Join an outpatient clinic and hospital setting as a locum tenens Gastroenterologist, providing crucial care to patients in Fortuna, CA. Engage in diverse procedures including ERCP and fluro, and handle a busy schedule with both weekday clinics and night calls. The position offers flexibility and includes 24-hour weekend call coverage, starting in January 2026.

Key Details
– Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
– Setting: Outpatient Clinic / Hospital
– Start Date: January 1, 2026
– Schedule: Weekday Clinic, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM or 7:40 AM – 3:40 PM, with night call from 5:00 PM until 7:30 or 7:40 AM the next day. Weekend call is 24-hour coverage.
– Patient Population: Adult
– Location: Fortuna, CA
– Stipends: Lodging options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits
– Weekly direct deposit
– Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
– Supportive credentialing assistance
– Lodging and mileage reimbursement if applicable
– Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities
– Perform upper and lower GI endoscopies, including ERCP and liver biopsies
– Manage a patient load of 12-16 patient encounters per shift
– Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive patient care

Qualifications
– Must have an active CA license
– Board Certified in Gastroenterology required
– Completion of Fellowship in Gastroenterology preferred
– ERCP and fluro procedures expertise is required

Working Hours
– Weekday clinic hours, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM or 7:40 AM – 3:40 PM
– Night call from 5:00 PM until 7:30 or 7:40 AM the next day
– Weekend 24-hour call coverage

Skills
– Proficiency in endoscopic procedures and related therapies
– Strong diagnostic skills, especially in internal medicine and gastroenterology
– Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
– Ability to handle emergency cases and effectively manage call backs

Join us in providing exceptional gastroenterological care to the Fortuna community, benefiting from a flexible work schedule and a supportive professional environment.