General Surgeon Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Northern Kentucky

• Job Reference
  -224310-MD-KY
• Title:
  
  MD
• Dates Needed:
  
  ASAP - Nov 1, 2027; 10 (24-hour call shifts) per month; holiday coverage needed Nov 26, 2026 and Dec 25, 2026
• Shift Type:24-Hour Call
• Assignment Type:
  
  Inpatient
• Call
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Board Certification
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Job Duration:
  
  Locums

This 120-bed hospital operates with 90 acute care beds and 30 rehab/skilled beds, providing surgical and medical services to the adult patient population served. The facility maintains established clinical protocols and the infrastructure necessary to support call-based general surgery coverage on an on-site basis. Clinical operations are structured to ensure quality surgical care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period.

The region offers a range of attractions suited to varied interests, including options for outdoor recreation and cultural exploration. Green spaces and natural areas provide opportunities for outdoor activities, while the broader region supports a variety of educational and recreational pursuits for clinicians during time away from clinical responsibilities.

Clinicians will provide general surgery call coverage on 24-hour shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 AM) at an on-site inpatient facility, with 10 shifts required per month structured as 2 stints of 5 shifts or weekend blocks (Friday through Monday). Holiday coverage is required for November 26, 2026 and December 25, 2026; the facility is flexible on the exact surrounding dates. Primary responsibilities include performing general surgery procedures and maintaining continuous availability for both scheduled and emergent surgical needs throughout each assigned call period.

• Case Load/PPD:
  
  Variable
• Patient Population:
  
  Adults
• Location Type:
  
  On-Site
• Government:
  
  No