General Surgery

Job ID: ORD-217799-MD-CA

General Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in California

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This job at a glance

  • Dates needed: September 1, 2, 3 - Ongoing as needed; sporadic coverage
  • Shift type: 24-Hour Call
  • Assignment type: Inpatient;ER
  • Call required: Yes
  • Board certification required: Yes

Job description

About the facility

This hospital-based facility operates as a Level III Trauma center, providing general surgery and trauma surgical services across inpatient and emergency room settings. The facility maintains a single ED call schedule and established clinical protocols to support both routine and emergent surgical care delivery on an on-site basis. Clinical operations are structured to ensure quality surgical care for the patient population served.

About the facility location

California offers a broad range of experiences suited to varied interests, encompassing coastal areas, national parks, and diverse regional attractions. Clinicians on assignment may explore outdoor recreation opportunities, cultural destinations, and year-round activities available throughout the state. The state provides diverse options, making it a destination with broad appeal for clinicians seeking varied activities during their assignment.

About the clinician's workday

The clinician will provide 24-hour call coverage for general surgery and trauma services across inpatient and emergency room settings at an on-site Level III Trauma facility in California, with shifts running 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM. Coverage is confirmed for September 1, 2, and 3, with ongoing sporadic as-needed coverage thereafter. Primary responsibilities include providing comprehensive ED call coverage, performing full general surgery and trauma procedures, and completing endoscopic procedures; endoscopic scope capability is required for this assignment. Board certification in General Surgery is mandatory, and full General Surgery and Trauma privileges are required.

Additional job details
  • Case load/PPD: Variable
  • Patient population: All Ages
  • Call ratio/schedule: TBD
  • Location type: On-Site
  • Prescriptive authority required: No
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