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Are you a board-certified or board-eligible General Surgeon looking for a rewarding locum tenens opportunity near Yanceyville, North Carolina? This ongoing assignment provides a chance to work with a well-supported team in a dedicated healthcare environment focused on inpatient surgical care.

Opportunity Details:

• Location: Near Yanceyville, North Carolina
• Coverage Needed For: General Surgery
• Type of Assignment: Call-only (no clinic time required)
• Dates Available:
  • December 20-22, 2024
  • January 24-26, 2025
  • February 14-16, 2025
  • March 14-16, 2025
• Shift Schedule: 24-hour on-call shifts from 7 AM to 7 AM (Friday through Sunday)

Responsibilities:

• Rounding: Expect 2-4 hours per day of inpatient rounding with approximately 3-4 consults and managing up to 10 patients.
• On-Call Obligations: Provide on-call support with prompt call-back response if needed. Call-back situations involve consultations, inpatient care, and urgent surgical needs.
• Patient Demographics: Primarily adult and pediatric patients. Neonatal care is not required.
• Trauma Level: The facility is not a designated trauma center, but providers should be prepared for some acute care and trauma cases.

Surgical Procedures Required:

• Core Procedures: Appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and hernioplasty.
• Other Procedures: Chest wall and pleural procedures, chest tube insertion, central line insertion, and vascular access device placements.
• Additional Skills: Experience with ventilation management and general trauma care is essential.

Assignment Details:

• Practice Setting: Inpatient only
• Support: Full hospital staff support; this position is solo call with no supervision requirements.
• EMR System: Paragon
• Certification Requirements: ACLS required; NC state license needed.
• Privileges: Temporary privileges available for fast-tracked onboarding.

Benefits of This Assignment:

• Competitive Compensation: All travel and lodging expenses are covered.
• Flexible Schedule: Short, manageable call blocks allowing for work-life balance.
• Documentation Support: All patient interactions and call-back hours are documented within the EMR and verified by the provider.

If youre interested in contributing to patient care in a dynamic and supportive setting, this locum tenens role could be a great fit. Apply today using Job ID to learn more about this opportunity!