Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Gastroenterology in Kingsport, TN
VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Kingsport, TNStart: ASAP
Shift: Days
Description
Doctor of Medicine | Gastroenterology Location: Kingsport, TN Employer: VieMed Healthcare Staffing Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Days Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
Gastroenterology Physician – Kingsport, TN | Endoscopy & ERCP Specialist
Join a leading facility in Kingsport, Tennessee, as a dedicated Gastroenterology Physician. Enjoy a flexible schedule with day and night coverage, competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a well-equipped facility, starting August 1, 2026.
Quick Facts:
- Location: Kingsport, TN
- Start Date: 08/01/2026
- End Date: 07/29/2028
- Shift: 24-hour day shift (Monday 7:00 AM – Monday 7:00 AM) with weekend call coverage
- Hours/week: Approximately 40+ hours, including on-call responsibilities
- Employment Type: Contract
- License/Certs: TN License or IMLC, Board Certified GI, ACLS, BLS, TN DEA
- Experience: Extensive experience in general GI and ERCP procedures required
Pay & Benefits:
- Hourly Rate: $4290.00 (per 24-hour shift)
- Pay Package: $5,500 per 24-hour shift, $550/hr for callback
- Benefits:
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
What You’ll Do:
- Provide specialized GI care, including all general GI and ERCP procedures
- Support OR and in-house endoscopy nurses in a busy endoscopy suite
- Perform approximately 7-8 procedures daily, including EUS and ERCP
- Support patient consultations and assist with rounding as needed
- Cover call duties, including night beeper and weekend call, mostly via remote consults
- Utilize Olympus equipment and EPIC electronic health records
- Flexibility around scheduling and procedures to meet patient needs
What You Need:
- Required:
- TN License or IMLC recognition
- Board Certification in Gastroenterology
- Experience with ERCP procedures
- ACLS and BLS certifications
- TN DEA license
- Preferred:
- CSR Certification
- Experience with EPIC EMR system
About the Assignment:
This assignment involves working at a well-established facility in Kingsport, Tennessee, supporting the endoscopy department with adult patient care, procedures, and call coverage. The facility maintains a lively yet collaborative environment that values experience and flexibility. The scheduled start is August 1, 2026, with an expected privileging timeframe of 60-90 days upon background clearance.
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Benefits
Licensure -Certification - Travel and other reimbursements when applicable
VieMed Healthcare Staffing's Benefits
General
- 3 Words to Describe your Competitive Advantage: "Experienced, Dedicated and Supportive"