General Surgeon Needed For Locum Tenens Coverage At Facility In Eastern Louisiana

Jobtome; Melville (LA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome is seeking a locum tenens MD general surgeon to cover inpatient, OR, and ER on-site in Eastern Louisiana. The assignment features solo call during each period, with on-site clinical operations and established protocols to ensure quality surgical care during the coverage window.

The clinician will perform standard general surgery procedures, maintain availability for both scheduled and emergent cases, and work through periods within 11/26 7a–12/6 7a and 12/29 7a–1/3 7a.

Qualifications

• Board Certification Negotiable
• Call-based general surgery coverage experience desirable
• Solo call during assignment

Responsibilities

• Provide call-based general surgery coverage across inpatient, OR, and ER on-site
• Perform standard general surgery procedures and respond to emergent needs
• Maintain continuous availability for scheduled and emergent cases during each assignment period

Job description

This Job at a Glance- Job Reference Id: ORD-227065-MD-LA- Title: MD- Dates Needed: 11/26 7a - 12/6 7a;
12/29 7a - 1/3 7a- Shift Type: Call- Assignment Type: Inpatient;
OR;
ER- Call Required: Yes- Board Certification Required: Negotiable- Job Duration: LocumsAbout the FacilityThis facility operates without trauma designation and maintains established clinical protocols and the infrastructure necessary to support call-based general surgery coverage on an on-site basis. The facility is structured to support locum tenens coverage across the general surgery service line during a medical leave period. Clinical operations are configured to ensure quality surgical care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period.About the Facility LocationEastern Louisiana is filled with delicious cuisine, scenic bayous, vibrant music, charming small towns, and lots of culture.About the Clinician's WorkdayClinicians will provide call-based general surgery coverage across inpatient, OR, and ER settings on an on-site basis, structured as solo call for the duration of each assigned period. Primary responsibilities include performing standard general surgery procedures and maintaining continuous availability for both scheduled and emergent surgical needs. Case volume is low, and clinicians should be comfortable managing a broad range of standard general surgery cases. Call coverage is a required component of this assignment.Additional Job Details- Case Load/PPD: Variable- Support Staff: tbd- Patient Population: All Ages- Call Ratio/Schedule: Solo call while on assignment- Location Type: On-Site- Government: NoWhy choose LocumTenens.Com?Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:- Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm- Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet- Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist- Digital hub for assignment details