NC Facility Seeks a Locum Tenens General Surgeon

Careerwebsite; Wilson, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid malpractice insurance

Travel and housing coverage

Weatherby consultant support

Job summary

Weatherby Healthcare seeks a board-certified general surgeon for locum tenens on-call coverage in North Carolina. You will handle 24-hour shifts, including laparoscopic and breast procedures, in a fast-paced environment demanding high-pressure decision making.

Certification requirements include ATLS and ACLS; adult patients only; weekend coverage potential. Weatherby provides paid malpractice, pre-paid travel and housing, and a dedicated consultant to assist throughout assignments.

Qualifications

• Must be board-certified general surgeon with active license.
• ATLS and ACLS certifications required.
• On-call coverage with 24-hour shifts is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-call general surgery coverage.
• Perform laparoscopic and breast surgery procedures.
• Manage 24-hour shifts and high-pressure environment.
• Coordinate with Weatherby consultant and facilities.

Skills

On-call performance

Decision making under pressure

Clinical assessment

Education

ATLS certification

ACLS certification

Board certification

Job description

Enjoy the locum tenens lifestyle knowing Weatherby is here to support you every step of the way.

• On call only coverage with 24-hour shifts


• 1 - 4 patients per day plus 1 - 3 phone consults


• Fast-paced environment requiring high-pressure capabilities


• General surgery procedures including laparoscopic and breast surgery


• ATLS and ACLS certification required


• Adult patients only with no trauma cases


• Ongoing weekend coverage potential


• Board certification required


• Paid malpractice insurance; pre-paid travel and housing expenses


• Assignment details and time entry in online portal


• Competitive compensation


• 24-hour access to your Weatherby Healthcare consultant


• Charter member of NALTO

Since 1995, Weatherby Healthcare has established itself as an expert in locum tenens staffing for physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. The company employs nearly 600 employees committed to filling locum tenens assignments in large-scale healthcare networks, hospitals, and clinics nationwide. Learn more at