Gastroenterology Locum Tenens Physician

Potsdam, New York

Contract

Physician

Med/Surg Tele

Start: 11/09/2026

End: 01/01/1970

40/15

24 Hour Call

First Time Travelers: Yes

Locals Accepted: Yes

Posted 2026-11-09

Job Description:

Gastroenterologist - Locum Tenens | 24-Hour Call, Clinic & Procedures

Potsdam, New York | December 2026 Start | 26-Week Opportunity

HPA Healthcare is seeking a Board-Certified Gastroenterologist for a locum tenens opportunity in Potsdam, New York.

The assignment combines 24-hour call coverage with outpatient gastroenterology, endoscopic procedures, and inpatient consultations. Full-week coverage is preferred, but consecutive coverage blocks may be considered.

Assignment Highlights

  • Pay Ranking: High / Competitive

  • Weekday 24-Hour Pay: $4,000/day

  • Weekend 24-Hour Pay: $3,250/day

  • Additional Callback: $400/hour after included hours

  • Weekday Included Hours: First 8 hours of patient contact included in each weekday 24-hour payment

  • Weekend Gratis Requirement: First 4 callback hours included in each weekend 24-hour payment

  • Start Date: December 7, 2026

  • Duration: 26 weeks

  • Coverage: 24-hour call, Monday-Sunday

  • Schedule: Full weeks or consecutive blocks preferred

  • Office Hours: 8 AM-4 PM

  • Procedure Hours: 7:30 AM-3:30 PM

  • Procedure Days: Typically no more than 2 per week

  • Patient Volume: Approximately 15-20 patients daily

  • EMR: Epic

  • Required Procedures: EGD, colonoscopy, PEG placement, esophageal dilation

  • ERCP/EUS: Not required

  • Travel & Lodging: Provided within client guidelines

  • Credentialing: Urgent privileges may be available

Responsibilities

  • Provide outpatient gastroenterology consultations and follow-up care.

  • Perform upper and lower endoscopy procedures.

  • Perform PEG tube placement and esophageal dilation.

  • Evaluate and manage inpatient GI consultations as requested.

  • Manage acute and chronic gastrointestinal conditions.

  • Participate in 24-hour call coverage.

  • Complete accurate documentation using Epic.

  • Collaborate with anesthesia, nursing, and other clinical professionals.

Qualifications

  • MD or DO.

  • Board Certified in Gastroenterology.

  • Active New York medical license in hand.

  • Minimum two years of recent experience.

  • Epic experience required.

  • BLS and ACLS certification through accepted AHA or RQI programs.

  • Competency in upper and lower endoscopy, PEG placement, and esophageal dilation.

  • Strong communication skills.

  • Ability to commit to full weeks or multiple consecutive coverage days.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Competitive daily compensation.

  • Additional earning potential from callback.

  • Flexible consecutive-block scheduling.

  • Anesthesia support for procedures.

  • No ERCP or EUS requirement.

  • Long-term locum tenens opportunity.

  • Travel and lodging assistance.

Interested?

Contact HPA Healthcare with your availability, current CV, and New York licensure information.

HPA Healthcare
https://hpa-healthcare.com

Job ID: 8529

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