Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Gastroenterology in Lufkin, TX

Doctor of Medicine | Gastroenterology Location: Lufkin, TX Employer: Lancesoft Inc Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position Are you a Gastroenterologist who enjoys fast-paced inpatient GI work and managing high-acuity consults? This assignment offers an excellent chance to step into a busy hospital setting with strong support, consistent call needs, and a wide variety of acute GI cases. ✨ What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out Inpatient-Only — No outpatient clinic Full 24-hour call (7a–7a) ERCP is required GI consults procedures generated directly from ER & inpatient team Strong endoscopy support staff Hospital admits all patients This is an incredible chance for a skilled GI provider who thrives in acute care settings and is comfortable handling a broad range of GI emergencies. Available 2026 Coverage Dates Choose any of the following blocks: January: 1/4 (AM) – 1/19 (AM) February: 2/2 – 2/18, 2/22 – 2/23 March: 3/2 – 3/3, 3/9 – 3/13, 3/16 – 3/17, 3/22 – 3/23 April: 4/5 – 4/13 May: 5/4 – 5/18 June: 6/1 – 6/15 July: 7/1 – 7/13 August: 8/1 – 8/3, 8/10 – 8/15 September: 9/1 – 9/8, 9/21 – 9/26 October: 10/11 – 10/16 November: 11/8 – 11/9, 11/22 – 11/23 December: 12/7 – 12/11, 12/14 – 12/21 You can cover single blocks or multiple—flexible scheduling available. Clinical Expectations Daily rounding: Up to ~10 inpatients Procedures: Endoscopies, colonoscopies, ERCP ( required ) Cases include: Abdominal pain, GI bleeds, SBO, food bolus, gastritis, ulceration, suspected malignancies (diagnosis only) Emergent procedures possible Anesthesia backup available Support & Workflow Endoscopy-trained GI nursing staff Hospitalists handle admissions Smooth coordination with ER & inpatient teams EMR: Currently Paragon; transitioning to EPIC later in 2026 ✅ Requirements Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology Active Texas License (Required) GI Fellowship Training (Required) ACLS Certification (Required) Clean malpractice history strongly preferred Availability for selected 2026 dates