Position Overview:
This role involves providing clinical coverage in both inpatient and outpatient settings, primarily for adult patients with a preference for pediatric cases.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled clinical hours with on-call duties, including beeper call with a 30-60 minute response time
- Manage adult patients; pediatric experience is a plus
- Perform surgical procedures such as laparoscopy, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and liver surgery
- Handle ventilation management, chest tube placements, and central line insertions
- Ensure hospital privileges are maintained and meet credentialing requirements
Qualifications & Skills
- Clinical experience in pediatric surgery and trauma preferred
- Competence in surgical procedures and critical care skills
- Ability to respond promptly to on-call situations
- Strong communication and professional credentials
Additional Details
- Paid malpractice insurance, with pre-paid travel and housing expenses
- Assignment details and time entry managed through an online portal
- Competitive compensation package
- 24-hour access to a dedicated healthcare consultant
- Part of a recognized organization specializing in locum tenens staffing since 1995