Locum MD; Medical Doctor) General Surgery
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Doctor/Physician
General Practitioner, Surgeon, Medical Doctor, Emergency Medicine Physician
Description
This on-site, contract position is ideal for an Associate-level physician who is ready to deliver high-quality surgical care in a collaborative and mission-driven healthcare environment.
As a Locum General Surgery MD, you will play an essential role in providing comprehensive surgical services, supporting patient-centered care, and collaborating closely with clinical teams to achieve positive patient outcomes. This position offers meaningful work within the Medical Practice industry, with a focus on clinical excellence, safety, and continuity of care.
Responsibilities- Perform comprehensive general surgery consultations and patient evaluations
- Conduct surgical procedures within the scope of practice and privileges
- Develop and implement preoperative and postoperative care plans
- Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and multidisciplinary care teams
- Document patient assessments, procedures, and outcomes accurately
- Provide timely follow-up care and manage surgical complications
- Participate in on-call coverage and emergency surgical consultations as needed
- Educate patients and families on surgical procedures, risks, and recovery
- Ensure compliance with medical practice standards, protocols, and regulations
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs
- Coordinate with referring physicians to ensure continuity of care
- Stay current with advances in general surgery and evidence-based practices
- Associate-level experience in General Surgery
- Medical degree from an accredited institution
- Board certification or eligibility in General Surgery preferred
- Strong clinical judgment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills
- Ability to perform general surgical procedures safely and effectively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to patient-centered, compassionate care
- Strong documentation, organizational, and time-management skills
Familiarity with electronic medical records and surgical documentation standards - Ability to work on-site in Chinle and adapt to a contract schedule
- Dedication to continuous professional development and clinical excellence
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7a-3:30p or 8a-5p with call
Daily Volume: 2-8 procedures
Common Cases:
Colonoscopy/EGD, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, laparoscopic appendectomy, lumps/bumps, and infections
Must be able to perform scopes
Paid travel & expenses
Any active, unrestricted state license accepted
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