Gastroenterology Physician

We are seeking a Locum Tenens Gastroenterology Physician in Redding, California.

Med Ninjas is seeking a Gastroenterology Physician for short-term locum tenens coverage at an inpatient hospital facility located in Redding, CA.

The Physician must be available for the scheduled coverage block from December 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM through December 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Additional January 2027 dates are to be determined. Coverage is provided through 24-hour call shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM.

This assignment includes inpatient and emergency gastroenterology coverage, all GI duties and procedures, 24-hour call coverage, and weekend availability. ERCP experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Locum Tenens Gastroenterology Physician

Position Type: Locum Tenens
Specialty: Physician - Gastroenterology
Location: Redding, California
Shift: 24-hour call, 7:00 AM 7:00 AM; includes 4 hours gratis
Start Date: December 21, 2026
End Date: December 27, 2026, with additional January dates TBD

Position Details:

Patient Population: Adults, 18+ years
Setting: Inpatient hospital and emergency department
Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive gastroenterology coverage and handle all GI-related duties
Required Procedures: All GI procedures; ERCP experience preferred but not required
EMR System: Cerner
Support Staff: No dedicated support staff
Days Per Month: Scheduled coverage December , with additional January dates TBD
On-Call/Weekends: 24-hour call coverage, including weekends

Additional Information:

• Facility: Mercy Medical Center Redding
• Facility Address: 2175 Rosaline Avenue, Redding, CA 96001
• Number of Beds: 265
• Number of Providers Needed: 1
• Reason for Coverage: Provider shortage
• Credentialing: Up to 120-day emergency/temporary privileges may be granted
• Current Privileges: Current privileges at a TJC-accredited hospital required; a waiver may be requested
• Travel: Air travel accepted; preferred hotels available
• Bid Deadline: November 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST

Submission Requirements:

• Board certification or board eligibility required
• Active California medical license required
• Clean malpractice history required
• California DEA and ACLS required
• GI fellowship required
• Provider availability must be listed for the open coverage dates
• ERCP experience preferred
• Recent malpractice or behavioral issues are deal-breakers

Join us today!