Gastroenterologist Hospitalist (GI Hospitalist)
Location: Rehoboth Beach, DE
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Category: Healthcare
Job Description Apply Now
Gastroenterologist Hospitalist (GI Hospitalist) positions are now available for board certified or board eligible gastroenterology physicians seeking rewarding contract opportunities. Palm Health Resources is expanding its dedicated team and seeking experienced professionals to enhance the gastroenterology hospitalist service line. This role offers a dynamic and collaborative environment with a focus on high-quality patient care and professional development.
As a Gastroenterologist Hospitalist, you will deliver comprehensive care for a diverse inpatient population. This includes performing inpatient consults, daily rounding, and a range of advanced GI procedures, such as ERCP, in a dedicated inpatient endoscopy suite. The position is structured as a full-time, block-scheduled contract, with typical rotations of 7 days on and 7 days off, or other flexible block scheduling based on facility needs. There is potential for ongoing contract renewal, making this an attractive option for those seeking both immediate impact and long-term engagement in a leading healthcare setting.
Patient caseload typically ranges from 15 to 20 per day, with responsibilities primarily focused on inpatient rounding and consults, while also covering some outpatient procedures as needed. You will be an integral member of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with hospital staff and other specialists to provide coordinated and effective care. The facility supports its providers with a fully equipped endoscopy suite and a comprehensive credentialing process, ensuring a seamless start and continued success in the role.
The Gastroenterologist Hospitalist opportunity is open to candidates who are comfortable with call coverage, including weekend and 24-hour shifts, and able to manage a high-acuity hospital inpatient service. Candidates must hold or be willing to obtain the necessary state medical license. Board certification or eligibility in gastroenterology is required, as well as current ACLS and DEA certification. Experience in performing advanced endoscopic procedures such as ERCP is required to ensure the highest standard of care for patients.
For all contract physicians, Palm Health Resources provides comprehensive support, including paid malpractice insurance, pre-paid travel, and housing expenses to ensure your focus remains on clinical excellence. The organization is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment. Here, your work will contribute directly to the facility’s mission of delivering compassionate, evidence-based gastroenterology care to every patient, every day.
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Gastroenterologist Hospitalist (GI Hospitalist) - Summary- Contract opportunity for board certified/eligible gastroenterology physicians
- Primary focus on inpatient consults, rounding, and GI procedures
- Flexible block scheduling with ongoing contract potential
- Comprehensive support including paid malpractice and travel/housing expenses
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary hospital environment
- Perform inpatient consults and daily rounding on hospital patients
- Conduct advanced GI procedures, including ERCP, in a dedicated inpatient endoscopy suite
- Participate in block scheduling: 7 on/7 off or similar rotation; includes call and weekend/24-hour shifts
- Collaborate with hospital staff and specialists for coordinated patient care
- Adhere to hospital protocols, credentialing requirements, and clinical best practices
- Maintain accurate, timely medical records and documentation
- Provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced hospitalist environment
- Competitive contract compensation
- Paid malpractice insurance
- Pre-paid travel and housing expenses for contract duration
- Potential for ongoing contract or extension
- MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
- Board certified or eligible in Gastroenterology
- Active or eligible state medical license (willing to wait for license)
- Current DEA registration
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Proficiency in advanced GI procedures, including ERCP
- Ability to fulfill credentialing requirements
- Experience in a hospitalist or inpatient gastroenterology setting
- Strong procedural skills, particularly in ERCP and inpatient endoscopy
- Flexible and adaptable to varying block schedules and call coverage
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to high standards of patient care and professional ethics
- Inclusive and supportive work culture
- Multidisciplinary team environment
- Credentialing process supported by employer
- Opportunity to work in a desirable, coastal area with access to local amenities
- Application encouraged from all qualified candidates in accordance with EEOC guidelines
Apply now for the Gastroenterologist Hospitalist (GI Hospitalist) opportunity by clicking the job application button and take your career in gastroenterology to the next level with Palm Health Resources.