Locum Tenens: General Surgeon Needed (Near Havana, AR)

Are you a dedicated and experienced General Surgeon seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity in a growing community near Havana, AR? We're actively searching for a skilled physician to join our team and provide vital surgical support on a call-only basis (ASAP - Ongoing).

This locum tenens position offers a temporary assignment with defined dates, allowing you to contribute to exceptional patient care while managing your workload effectively.

What We Offer:

• Rewarding & Specialized Practice: Utilize your expertise in general surgery to support patient care within our 80-bed medical-surgical unit (total facility bed count: 163). You'll collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure timely and high-quality care for patients requiring admissions and postoperative management.


• Focused Call Coverage: Provide 24-hour call coverage, with 10 hours categorized as restricted call (callback paid only if responding to the facility) and 14 hours of unrestricted ;This focused schedule allows for predictable periods of on-site availability.


• Streamlined Credentialing Process (for qualified candidates): We understand the importance of timely care and are happy to assist with facilitating temporary privileges for qualified applicants with a clean history (estimated timeframe of 60 days).


• Supportive Team Collaboration: Partner with other physicians, nurses, surgical technicians, and healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care for your patients.


• Advanced Technology & Resources: Utilize the Meditech electronic medical record (EMR) system to enhance efficiency in documentation and communication.

Qualifications:

• Board-eligible or board-certified in General Surgery is ;Fellowship training is preferred.


• Active medical license in Arkansas (AR) only is mandatory.


• Current certifications in ACLS, ATLS, and BLS are essential.


• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in an inpatient general surgery setting is preferred.


• The ability to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating sound judgment and critical thinking skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.


• A commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality, patient-centered care.

Additional Information:

• This location offers a unique opportunity to practice general surgery near Havana, AR, in a facility that is not stroke-certified, but collaborates with nearby hospitals to ensure access to advanced stroke care when needed.


• We value a collaborative work environment and a commitment to providing exceptional care to all patients.


• If you're a General Surgeon who thrives in a dynamic setting, enjoys collaboration, and has a passion for making a difference in patients' lives during a defined period, we encourage you to apply!

Specific Dates:

• We are currently seeking coverage from June 21st, 7:00 am to June 28th, 7:00 am.

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter expressing your interest in this opportunity.

Job ID: j-229286

Note: This is a general job description, and specific details may vary. We encourage you to submit your application for further discussion.