Pediatric - Gastroenterology Physician

Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Assignment Details
Location: Lemoyne / Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Provider Type: Physician (MD/DO)
Specialty: Pediatric Gastroenterology
Practice Setting: Outpatient Pediatric Specialty Clinic / Inpatient Consultations
Start Date: January 4, 2027
Assignment Duration: Ongoing
Coverage Type: Locum Tenens / Part-Time
Coverage Need: 1-2 Positions
EMR: Epic
Compensation:
Night Call Call Back: $585/hr
Orientation: $505/hr
Hourly: $505/hr
Night Call: $545/day
24 Hour Call: $5065 per 24 hours
Schedule
Minimum 1 Full Week Per Month (Monday-Sunday) - Required
2 or More Weeks Per Month - Preferred
Consistent Monthly Coverage Required
Ideal Schedule: Same 2 Weeks Each Month
Estimated 20 Shifts Per Month for Full Coverage
Monday-Friday
Clinic: 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Call: 4:30 PM-8:00 AM
Saturday-Sunday
24-Hour Call: 8:00 AM-8:00 AM
Daily Call Coverage Required During Scheduled Workweeks
Telephone Call With 30-Minute Response Requirement
After-Hours Calls Screened by Nurse Advice Before Contacting On-Call Provider
Patient Population / Volume
100% Pediatric Patients
No Adult Patients
Approximately 1 Admission While On Call
Mix of New and Established Pediatric Gastroenterology Patients
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide Outpatient Pediatric Gastroenterology Care
Evaluate and Manage Pediatric Gastrointestinal Conditions
Conduct New Patient Consultations and Follow-Up Visits
Perform Pediatric Gastroenterology Procedures
Provide Inpatient Gastroenterology Consultations as Needed
Respond to Telephone Consultations and After-Hours Calls
Review Laboratory and Diagnostic Results
Respond to Patient Messages and Clinical Inquiries
Develop and Implement Patient Treatment Plans
Provide Clinical Oversight and Support to Advanced Practice Providers
Coordinate Care With Pediatric Hospitalists and Other Pediatric Specialists
Manage Gastroenterology Consultations Without Primary Admitting Responsibilities
Required Procedures / Skills
Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (EGD)
Colonoscopy
Endoscopic Management of Foreign Bodies
Pediatric Gastroenterology Consultations
Management of Pediatric Gastrointestinal Disorders
Inpatient Gastroenterology Consultations
Outpatient Pediatric Gastroenterology Procedures
Common Conditions Managed
Pediatric Obesity
Functional Constipation
Hirschsprung's Disease
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Malabsorption Syndromes
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Pediatric Liver Disease
Swallowing Disorders
Nutritional Deficiencies
Clinical Environment / Support
Multispecialty Pediatric Outpatient Clinic
Hospital-Based Inpatient Consultations
8 Clinic Sessions Per Week
2 Procedure Sessions Per Week
Non-Procedure Sessions Dedicated to Outpatient Care
Advanced Practice Provider Support Available
APP Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Pediatric Hospitalist Service Manages Primary Admissions
No Solo Practice Requirement
Epic EMR
Additional Pediatric Specialties Available
Pediatric Neurology
Pediatric Urology
Pediatric Surgery
Pediatric Allergy
Pediatric Rheumatology
Pediatric Endocrinology
Pediatric Nutrition
Pediatric Pulmonology
Pediatric Hematology
Pediatric Nephrology
Requirements
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology
Pennsylvania Medical License Required to Apply
IMLC Candidates Considered
DEA - Required
BLS - Required
PALS - Required
At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Pediatric Gastroenterology
Must Be Proficient in Upper Endoscopy and Colonoscopy
Must Be Comfortable Managing Pediatric Gastroenterology Conditions
Must Be Able to Perform Inpatient Consultations
Must Be Comfortable Providing Telephone Call Coverage
Must Be Able to Respond Within 30 Minutes When On Call
Must Be Available for at Least 1 Full Week Every Month
Availability for 2 or More Weeks Per Month - Preferred
Credentialing
Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 90 Days
Full Hospital Privileges Required
Pennsylvania Medical License Required at Application
IMLC Candidates Accepted