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Locum Tenens General Surgeon – 24-Hour ER & Inpatient Coverage
We are actively seeking a Board-Certified General Surgeon to provide locum tenens hospital and ER coverage at a community-based facility in a Level IV Trauma setting. This opportunity arises due to a recent vacancy in a 3-surgeon practice. You'll work alongside committed local and regional providers to ensure uninterrupted surgical access and patient care.
Position Overview:
This position involves 24-hour general surgery coverage, with a typical volume of 3–4 patients per day, focused on routine emergency, inpatient, and consultative general surgical care. The ideal candidate will demonstrate adaptability, clinical independence, and a commitment to high-quality, timely surgical intervention.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform full-spectrum general surgery assessments, diagnostics, and procedures per established scope of practice.
- Respond to ER consults and inpatient surgical needs in a timely and clinically appropriate manner.
- Ensure accurate and thorough documentation, coding, and billing in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Collaborate with local medical staff, specialists, and transfer teams to ensure continuity and quality of care.
- Provide patient and family education to support clinical understanding and care outcomes.
- Participate in care coordination, quality improvement processes, and institutional best practices as needed.
Clinical Setting:
- Level IV Trauma Designation
- 24-hour surgical call (in-house or rapid response within defined radius)
- Support from hospitalists and community/regional surgeons
- No clinic duties required
Qualifications:
- MD or DO from an accredited program
- Completion of ACGME/AOA-accredited general surgery residency
- Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery (or actively pursuing within 3 years post-training)
- Active or eligible for unrestricted state medical license and DEA
- ATLS certification preferred
Physical Demands:
- Ability to manage high-stakes clinical decisions and perform procedures in emergent settings
- Frequent standing, walking, and use of surgical tools and electronic documentation systems
- Occasional heavy lifting and positioning of patients or equipment
Why This Role:
This is a highly impactful locum opportunity for a skilled general surgeon who values autonomy, thrives in community environments, and seeks to make a meaningful difference during a transitional period of local surgical coverage.