Locum Tenens : General Surgery Physician Near Martinsville, VA
We are currently seeking a board-certified General Surgery Physician for a locum tenens opportunity near Martinsville, VA. This position requires call-only coverage and is available on an ongoing basis starting ASAP. The role focuses on inpatient care, providing surgical support as needed. Ideal for physicians looking to balance their practice with locum tenens work, this opportunity offers a flexible schedule and competitive rates.
Key Information :
- Position Type : Locum Tenens
- Specialty : General Surgery
- Start Date : ASAP
- End Date : Ongoing
- Practice Setting : Inpatient
- Coverage Type : Call Only
Schedule :
Call Requirements : On-call coverage for surgical emergencies and inpatient careHolidays Allowed : 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Christmas Day, Labor DayShifts : Varies depending on patient needsOn-Call Days : As needed, flexibleJob Duties :
Provide general surgery services in an inpatient setting with call-only responsibilitiesPerform surgical procedures and manage post-operative careHandle inpatient admissions related to general surgeryConduct hospital rounding and manage emergency cases as requiredWork collaboratively with hospital staff to ensure patient safety and continuity of careRequired Qualifications :
Board Certification : Yes, must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in General SurgeryFellowship : RequiredLicensing : Active Virginia state licenseCertifications :No requirement for ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS, or PALS
EMR Systems : Athena & MeditechCredentialing Timeframe : Estimated 60 days for credentialing with temporary privileges availableAdditional Details :
No outpatient care required; the focus is solely on inpatient responsibilitiesTemporary privileges are available to expedite onboardingThe department has 24 beds, and the patient load varies per shiftIdeal for physicians looking for flexible call-only work near Martinsville, VAThis is an excellent opportunity for a General Surgery Physician looking for locum tenens work in a supportive and flexible environment. The role allows for the freedom to focus on inpatient care and call-only coverage, making it ideal for physicians who want a focused and impactful practice setting.
Job ID : j-248361
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