Locum Tenens General Surgery Opportunity Near Oakdale, TN

Specialty: General Surgery
Start Date: ASAP
Reason for Coverage: Call
End Date: Ongoing

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated General Surgeon for a locum tenens position near Oakdale, TN. This opportunity is perfect for a physician looking to provide high-quality surgical care in a dynamic and supportive environment while covering call shifts.

Position Highlights:

• Coverage Type:
  
  
  
  • Call Only
  
  
  
  


• Practice Setting:
  
  
  
  • Outpatient and Inpatient
  
  
  
  


• EMR System:
  
  
  
  • MEDHOST
  
  
  
  


• Shift Details:
  
  
  
  • On-call coverage
  
  
  
  


• Patients Per Shift:
  
  
  
  • 1-2
  
  
  
  


• Bed In Department:
  
  
  
  • 5
  
  
  
  


• Rounding:
  
  
  
  • Both inpatient and outpatient
  
  
  
  

Certification and Licensing Requirements:

• Board Certification:
  
  
  
  • Required
  
  
  
  


• Fellowship:
  
  
  
  • Preferred
  
  
  
  


• Certifications:
  
  
  
  • ACLS, BLS, PALS
  
  
  
  


• License Requirement:
  
  
  
  • Must be licensed in the state of Tennessee
  
  
  
  


• Credentialing Timeframe:
  
  
  
  • 5-7 days
  
  
  
  

Additional Information:

• Admissions Required:
  
  
  
  • Yes
  
  
  
  


• Hospital/Surgery Center Privileges:
  
  
  
  • Yes
  
  
  
  


• Temporary Privileges:
  
  
  
  • Available
  
  
  
  


• Is Hospital Stroke Certified:
  
  
  
  • No
  
  
  
  


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

Job Description:

This locum tenens position requires a general surgeon to provide call coverage, including managing both inpatient and outpatient cases. Responsibilities include performing surgeries, handling patient admissions, and providing comprehensive surgical care. The provider will work within a hospital setting equipped with 5 beds, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes and support from an experienced medical team.

• Immediate need for coverage starting ASAP


• Long-term ongoing position


• Call only, providing crucial support to the surgical department

This opportunity offers the flexibility and support needed for a locum tenens provider to deliver exceptional patient care. If you are a board-certified General Surgeon interested in a locum tenens role near Oakdale, TN, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.

Job ID: J-239120

By joining our team, you will have the chance to make a significant impact on patient care while enjoying a flexible schedule. We look forward to welcoming a passionate and skilled surgeon to our team.