General Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in California

This Job at a Glance
Job Reference Id: ORD- -MD-CA
Title: MD
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 Duration: Locums
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
Government: No

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