General Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage in Utah

LocumTenens.com; Orangeville (UT); On-site; USD 207,000 - 289,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com is seeking a General Surgery MD for a locum tenens assignment in Utah. The role involves on-site, 24-hour call coverage in an operating room setting at a Level 4 facility, with EPIC EMR used for patient documentation.

The clinician must be board-certified in General Surgery with prescriptive authority; expected to perform procedures and manage a 3–4 patient caseload per shift, on-site in Utah.

Qualifications

• Board certification in General Surgery is mandatory.
• On-site, 24-hour call coverage required.
• Prescriptive authority required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general surgery procedures on-site.
• Manage a patient load of 3-4 patients per shift.
• Complete clinical documentation in EPIC EMR.

Skills

24-hour call coverage

General surgery procedures

Education

General Surgery Board Certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-220736-MD-UT
• Title:MD
• Dates Needed:October - Ongoing
• Shift Type:24-Hour Call
• Assignment Type:OR
• Call Required:Yes
• Board Certification Required:Yes
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This Level 4 facility provides general surgery services within an operating room setting and utilizes EPIC EMR for patient documentation and care coordination. The facility maintains established clinical protocols to support call-based surgical coverage on an on-site basis. Clinical operations are structured to support quality surgical care for the community served.

About the Facility Location

Utah offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of regional attractions and recreational opportunities throughout the year. The state features diverse natural landscapes, including access to national parks and scenic outdoor destinations, along with year-round activities suited to varied interests. Clinicians will find options for outdoor recreation and cultural engagement throughout the region during their assignment.

About the Clinician's Workday

The clinician will provide general surgery coverage on 24-hour call shifts, approximately 1 week per month, in an operating room setting at a Level 4 facility in Utah. Primary responsibilities include performing general surgery procedures and managing a patient volume of 3-4 patients per shift. Call coverage is required, and board certification in General Surgery is mandatory for this locum tenens assignment. All clinical documentation must be completed using the EPIC EMR system.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:3-4 patients per shift
• Patient Population:All Ages
• Call Ratio/Schedule:24hr call
• Location Type:On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:Yes
• Government:No