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 care


• Holidays Allowed: 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Christmas Day, Labor Day


• Shifts: Varies depending on patient needs


• On-Call Days: As needed, flexible

Job Duties:

• Provide general surgery services in an inpatient setting with call-only responsibilities


• Perform surgical procedures and manage post-operative care


• Handle inpatient admissions related to general surgery


• Conduct hospital rounding and manage emergency cases as required


• Work collaboratively with hospital staff to ensure patient safety and continuity of care

Required Qualifications:

• Board Certification: Yes, must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery


• Fellowship: Required


• Licensing: Active Virginia state license


• Certifications:
  
  
  
  • No requirement for ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS, or PALS
  
  
  
  


• EMR Systems: Athena & Meditech


• Credentialing Timeframe: Estimated 60 days for credentialing with temporary privileges available

Additional Details:

• No outpatient care required; the focus is solely on inpatient responsibilities


• Temporary privileges are available to expedite onboarding


• The department has 24 beds, and the patient load varies per shift


• Ideal for physicians looking for flexible call-only work near Martinsville, VA

This 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