Physician​/Surgery - General​/Kentucky​/Locum tenens​/Locums Physician - Surgery - General Kentucky

Position: Physician / Surgery - General / Kentucky / Locum tenens / Locums Physician - Surgery - General Job in Kentucky Job
Locum Tenens General Surgeon Opportunity Near Murray, KY We are seeking a skilled General Surgeon for a locum tenens position near Murray, KY. This opportunity is ideal for a physician looking for a hospital-based role with 24-hour call coverage starting December 2024.

Position Overview:

Position :
Locum Tenens General Surgeon Location :
Near Murray, KY Dates :
December 2024 - Ongoing Rate Type :
On Call (Daily) Shift Type : 24-hour shifts Weekend Requirements :
Yes On Call Requirements :
Yes Coverage Details:
Schedule : 24-hour shifts for EMTALA call coverage (7am - 7am) 3-7 days per month, with availability starting around Christmas Reason for Coverage :
Expanding the coverage pool Practice Setting :
Hospital-based coverage with potential minimal after-hours clinic call support Responsibilities:
Primary Duties :
Respond to emergency department calls and hospital general surgery consults Involvement in ICU patient care as needed Average Number of Cases : 1-3 surgical cases per day 2-4 consults per day Required Procedures :
General surgical cases (adult, pediatric, trauma) Central line insertion Chest tube insertion Vascular access devices Cholecystectomy Hernioplasty Colon/small bowel surgery Facility Details: EMR : EPIC Number of Operating Rooms : 12 OR Staff :
Certified Surgical Technologists (CSTs) RN First Assists Well-rounded and seasoned OR staff Patient Demographics :
Pediatrics to geriatrics (pediatrics typically limited to appendectomy and skin/soft tissue) Certification and Licensure Requirements:
Board Certification :
Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery (ABoS) - REQUIRED State License :
Active Kentucky state license - REQUIRED (must be currently active) COVID Vaccination :
Preferred; must have by the time of credentialing Background :
Clean background preferred Additional Information:
Robotics :
Available for certified surgeons Credentialing :
Approximately 90 days; emergency temp privileges available if needed If you are a qualified General Surgeon looking for a rewarding locum tenens opportunity with flexible scheduling and the chance to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team, we encourage you to apply. Job  : j-243773 HDAJOBS MDSTAFF