General Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Colorado

LocumTenens.com; Guffey (CO); On-site; USD 207,000 - 317,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com seeks a General Surgeon for 24-hour call coverage at an on-site Level 3 trauma center in Colorado. Initial coverage Oct 23–25 with ongoing assignments through November, then continuing as needed.

Responsibilities include general surgery procedures, trauma case management, and remaining available for scheduled and emergent surgical needs. Board certification negotiable; strong adaptability and teamwork required.

Qualifications

• Board certification in General Surgery is negotiable.
• Must provide general surgery call coverage on a 24-hour shift.
• On-site assignment at a Level 3 trauma facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform general surgery procedures as part of call coverage.
• Manage trauma cases and complex dispositions.
• Maintain continuous availability for scheduled and emergent needs.

Job description

This Job at a Glance

This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id: ORD-MD-COTitle: MDDates Needed: Oct 23 - 25; November - OngoingShift Type: 24-Hour CallAssignment Type: Inpatient; ERCall Required: YesBoard Certification Required: NegotiableJob Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This full-service acute care hospital operates as a Level 3 trauma center, providing comprehensive medical and surgical services to the 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.

About the Facility Location

Colorado offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of regional attractions and year-round activities suited to varied interests. The state hosts seasonal events including fall festivals, outdoor gatherings, live music, and recreational activities at various locations across the state. Clinicians will find diverse recreational and cultural options throughout the region during their assignment.

About the Clinician's Workday

Clinicians will provide general surgery call coverage on 24-hour shifts across inpatient and emergency room settings at an on-site Level 3 trauma facility, with initial coverage required October 23 - 25 and ongoing coverage through November. Primary responsibilities include performing general surgery procedures, managing trauma cases, and maintaining continuous availability for both scheduled and emergent surgical needs throughout each assigned call period. Call coverage is a required component of this assignment, and board certification in General Surgery is negotiable for this locum tenens engagement. Support staff available includes Echo Technicians, Laboratory Technicians, Nuclear Technicians, and X-Ray Technicians.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Support Staff: Echo Tech, Lab Tech, Nuclear Tech, X-Ray Tech
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Call Ratio/Schedule: TBD
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: No
• Government: No