Surgery - General Physician

AMN Healthcare, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare staffing is seeking a General Surgery Physician for locum tenens support in Kentucky. This role offers competitive daily pay and the opportunity to work in a vibrant city known for its arts and culture. You will be responsible for providing 24-hour call coverage in both inpatient and outpatient settings, performing a range of surgical procedures including endoscopies and appendectomies. With support for travel and lodging, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in patient care while enjoying the rich cultural offerings of the area.

Benefits

Malpractice Insurance

Travel Support

Lodging Support

Transportation Support

Qualifications

• Active Kentucky medical license or IMLC required.
• Experience in upper and lower endoscopy and basic thoracic surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour call coverage for inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Perform various surgical procedures including appendectomy and hysterectomies.

Skills

General Surgery

ACLS Certification

ATLS Certification

BLS Certification

PALS Certification

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

General Surgery Physician

Start Date: ASAP | Pay Rate: $1746.00 - $1890.00

This facility is seeking a General Surgery Physician for locum tenens support to fill a current need.

Details & Requirements

• Schedule: 24-hour call coverage
• Practice Setting: Inpatient and Outpatient
• Types of Cases: Upper and Lower Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, lower gastroenterology tract procedures with fiberoptic flexible instruments, appendectomy, hernias, hysterectomies, gall bladder removal, biopsies, and basic thoracic surgeries
• Credentialing Timeframe: 60-90 days
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Epic
• Certifications Required: ACLS, ATLS, BLS, PALS
• Licensing: Active Kentucky license or IMLC

Facility Location

Located at the confluence of the Tennessee and Ohio rivers, Paducah is a vibrant city in western Kentucky known for its arts scene, galleries, performance spaces, and a lively music culture. It is conveniently situated between St. Louis and Nashville, both accessible within a day trip.

Job Benefits

AMN Healthcare arranges malpractice insurance and provides competitive pay, along with support for travel, lodging, and transportation. Our Physician Mobility initiative reduces the waiting period to work at a new facility from 24 months to 6 months.

About the Company

AMN Healthcare is committed to being a trusted leader in healthcare staffing, dedicated to helping organizations provide quality, evolving patient care that is human, effective, and achievable.