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Surgery - General PhysicianPalm Health Resources • Des Moines, IA, US
Surgery - General Physician

Surgery - General Physician

Palm Health Resources • Des Moines, IA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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 34 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.

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