Surgery - General Physician

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical staffing company is seeking a General Surgeon for locum coverage in Las Cruces, NM. The role involves performing a variety of surgical procedures, including laparoscopic and trauma surgeries, with a call schedule and support staff provided. Ideal candidates will hold an active NM license and relevant certifications, ensuring high-quality patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Benefits

Travel and lodging covered

Malpractice insurance covered

Temporary privileges available

Qualifications

• Must have an active New Mexico medical license.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform general and laparoscopic surgeries including trauma cases.
• Provide call coverage and respond to emergencies.
• Manage patient care in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Skills

General Surgery

Laparoscopic Surgery

Trauma Management

Ventilation Management

Central Line Insertion

Education

Active NM license

BC/BE

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Tools

Medhost

Job description

Job Quick Facts

• Specialty: General Surgery
• Job Type: Locum
• Facility Location: Las Cruces, NM
• Coverage Period: ASAP - Ongoing
• Coverage Type: Call Only
• Service Setting: Outpatient/Inpatient
• Reason For Need: Supplemental
• Call Schedule: 24-hour call
• Call Type: Beeper
• Call Response Time: 30 mins
†• Callback %: 60%
• Phone Consults: 0-4
• Patient Census: 7-10
• Admission: 0-5
• Beds in Dept: 32
• Support Staff: 2 RNs, 1 MAs, & 1 Office Staff
• Procedures:
- General Surgery (Adult & Trauma)
- Laparoscopic Surgery (Appendectomy, Cholecystectomy)
- Head/neck surgery
- Ventilation management
- Chest tube insertion
- Central line insertion
• Trauma Level: II
• Rounding Included: Yes
• EMR: Medhost
• Hospital Privileges required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges available: Yes
• Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered

Requirements:
• Active NM license
• BC/BE
• BLS & ACLS