Locum Tenens Trauma Surgeon Needed Near Afton, IA (j-195065)

Seeking a Qualified and Experienced Trauma Surgeon

Are you a dedicated and highly skilled Trauma Surgeon passionate about providing critical care in emergency situations? We're searching for a qualified physician to join our team in a growing community near Afton, IA. This locum tenens opportunity offers 12-hour in-house call coverage, starting as soon as possible (ASAP).

Responsibilities:

• Provide on-call trauma surgical coverage, responding to a variety of trauma cases and emergencies.


• Perform a range of trauma-related surgical procedures as needed.


• Collaborate with emergency department staff, hospitalists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.


• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records within the Hospital (Cerner) and Clinic (AllScripts) electronic medical record systems.


• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in trauma surgery and participate in ongoing professional development activities.

Qualifications:

• Active and unrestricted Iowa (IA) medical license is required.


• Board certification in both General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care is mandatory.


• Current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) is required.


• Minimum of two years of experience in a trauma surgery setting is preferred.


• Strong clinical judgment, decision-making skills, and a comprehensive knowledge base in trauma surgery.


• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients, families, and healthcare teams in a high-pressure environment.


• Demonstrated commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality patient care.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding environment with on-call responsibilities.

Additional Considerations:

• This locum tenens opportunity requires 12-hour in-house call shifts, either from 7am to 7pm or 7pm to 7am.


• The ideal candidate will have experience managing a variety of trauma cases and be comfortable with a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.


• The facility is a Level 2 trauma center, equipped to handle a range of trauma cases.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package negotiable for the right candidate.


• The opportunity to contribute your skills and expertise to a supportive healthcare team in a growing community.


• Experience the challenge and reward of providing critical trauma care to patients in need.


• Enjoy a focused locum tenens schedule dedicated to call coverage.

Why Choose This Locum Tenens Opportunity?

• Make a Difference: Provide vital trauma surgical care to patients in your community during a period of need.


• Fast-Paced Environment: Thrive in a demanding setting, utilizing your skills to stabilize and treat trauma patients.


• Supportive Team Environment: Collaborate with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals within a hospital setting.


• Competitive Compensation: Earn a competitive rate for your skills and commitment to patient care in a desirable Iowa location.

We encourage qualified Trauma Surgeons seeking a locum tenens opportunity to apply!