Gastroenterology Physician

Location: Fortuna, CA Fortuna is a charming small city located in the beautiful Humboldt County of Northern California, known for its scenic redwood forests and proximity to the stunning Pacific coastline. The area offers an excellent quality of life with outdoor recreational activities, a mild climate, and a close-knit community atmosphere. Facility: This facility is part of a comprehensive healthcare system serving the Humboldt County region. The medical center provides essential specialized care to the local community with a focus on gastroenterology services. The position also includes work at St. Joseph Hospital in nearby Eureka, creating a diverse practice environment across multiple locations. Opportunity: Physician - Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology Job Details: Locum tenens gastroenterology position starting May 2026 with ongoing needs Schedule includes weekday clinic (7:30-3:30pm at St. Joseph or 7:40-3:40pm at Redwood) followed by night call Weekend call coverage is 24 hours Office days from 8am-5pm with an hour lunch Average of 12-16 patient encounters per shift Procedures typically take 30-60 minutes ERCP skills required (diagnostic and therapeutic) Upper GI endoscopy with biopsy, foreign body removal, and fulguration of bleeder required PEG (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy) skills required Esophageal dilatation/manometry and interpretation required Lower GI endoscopy including flexible sigmoidoscopy required Colonoscopy with biopsy and polyp excision required Liver biopsy required Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) preferred Insertion/management of Sengstaken/Blakemore tube preferred Must have active CA license and DEA Fluoroscopy certification required (temporary licenses considered) Board Certified or Board Eligible within 5 years of residency BLS certification required Credentialing timeframe 90-120 days Guaranteed 8 hours per day with overtime applying after 9 hours (preapproval required) Housing stipend of $3500 per month provided Compensation: Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included. by Jobble

Created: 2026-03-04