Trauma Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in NYC, NY

LocumTenens.com, LLC; Bouckville (NY); On-site; USD 248,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com, LLC is seeking a board-certified trauma surgeon for an in-house night call assignment at a large Level 2 trauma center in New York City. The clinician will provide in-house night call coverage across inpatient, OR, and ER settings, with on-site availability to respond to trauma activations and surgical cases.

The assignment supports resident participation and mentorship, with a typical workload of 1-2 trauma cases per night.

Qualifications

• Board certification required
• MD degree or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Provide in-house night call coverage across inpatient, OR, and ER settings.
• Manage approximately 1–2 trauma cases per night.
• Collaborate with surgical residents during coverage periods.
• Remain on-site to respond to trauma activations and surgical cases.

Skills

Trauma surgery

Education

MD degree

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-226762-MD-NY
• Title:MD
• Dates Needed:ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type:In-House Call
• Assignment Type:Inpatient;OR;ER
• Call Required:Yes
• Board Certification Required:Yes
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This large, high-volume Level 2 trauma center provides comprehensive trauma and emergency general surgery services across inpatient, OR, and ER settings. The facility maintains established clinical protocols and dedicated staffing to support high-acuity surgical care. Locum tenens coverage is utilized to supplement the existing trauma surgery team and ensure continuity of services.

About the Facility Location

New York City spans five boroughs - Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island - each offering distinct cultural, culinary, and recreational experiences. Clinicians on assignment may access Broadway performances, world-class museums, and outdoor spaces such as Central Park, as well as landmarks including the Brooklyn Bridge and Times Square. The city also provides family-friendly options, live entertainment, and access to surrounding areas including Long Island and Westchester.

About the Clinician's Workday

The trauma surgeon will provide in-house night call coverage across inpatient, OR, and ER settings, managing approximately 1-2 trauma cases per night. Clinical responsibilities include trauma surgery and emergency general surgery case management, with on-site availability maintained throughout each assigned coverage period to respond to trauma activations and surgical cases. Resident support is a component of this assignment, requiring collaboration with surgical trainees during coverage periods. Board certification is required.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:1-2 trauma cases per night
• Support Staff:Resident support
• Patient Population:All Ages
• Location Type:On-Site
• Government:No