General Surgeon - Locum Tenens
Contractor
Posted on Oct 18, 2026
Role Overview
This position involves providing on-site general surgery and trauma call coverage at a Level III Trauma Center. The clinician will perform surgery, manage inpatient cases, and handle emergent surgical needs during 24-hour shifts, primarily scheduled around long weekends. Responsibilities include rounding on 8-10 inpatients, performing 4-5 surgeries per shift, and documenting all care using the EPIC EMR system.
Qualifications & Skills
This position involves providing on-site general surgery and trauma call coverage at a Level III Trauma Center. The clinician will perform surgery, manage inpatient cases, and handle emergent surgical needs during 24-hour shifts, primarily scheduled around long weekends. Responsibilities include rounding on 8-10 inpatients, performing 4-5 surgeries per shift, and documenting all care using the EPIC EMR system.
Qualifications & Skills
- Board certification in General Surgery
- Active state or Compact medical license
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, ATLS
- Prescriptive authority
- Perform general surgery and trauma procedures
- Provide inpatient care and manage emergent cases
- Maintain continuous availability during call periods
- Patient population includes all ages
- Work location is on-site at a Level III Trauma Center
- This is a locum position with ongoing coverage requirements