Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Surgery job in Roswell, NM paying $200/hour - $250/hour.
Job Details:
- Position: Physician
- Specialty: Surgery
- Start Date: 01-24-25
- Length: 13 weeks
Schedule and Coverage:
- Shift Coverage: 24 Hour On Call
- Shift Schedule: Standard 5, 8-Hour 07:00 - 07:00
About the Facility:
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital
About Locum General Surgeon Jobs:
This is a generalized description of locum general surgeon job requirements. Specific assignment details may vary based on the healthcare facility, geographic location, patient population and types of surgeries performed.
General Job Responsibilities:
- Perform a range of surgeries including appendectomies, hernia repairs, gallbladder removals, emergency surgeries, and upper and lower endoscopies, among others.
- Provide preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative care.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Be on-call for emergency surgeries, such as trauma cases or unexpected complications.
- Provide consultations to patients and other medical professionals regarding surgical options and care plans.
- Provide patient education about post-operative care and follow-up requirements.
- Maintain accurate and thorough medical records.
Skills:
- Expertise in performing a wide variety of general surgeries with minimal supervision.
- Ability to assess complex medical situations and make sound decisions quickly.
- Excellent manual dexterity and precision.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to new work environments and different medical teams.
Minimum Education Requirements:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
- Residency training program in surgery accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
License & Certifications:
- Board certification in surgery by the American Board of Surgery (ABS).
- Active and unrestricted medical license in New Mexico.
- Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Experience:
- While specific requirements may vary, most locum general surgery positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience providing care in a clinical setting.
Additional Notes:
- Locum tenens general surgery positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to address staffing shortages in hospitals, surgical centers or other healthcare facilities.
- These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing general surgeons to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload.
- Some states may have additional practice requirements for locum physicians, so familiarization with the specific state regulations is recommended.
- Qualifications and educational requirements for surgery sub-specialties may vary.
With Aya Locums, you get:
- Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
- Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
- Dedicated application and assignment support.
- In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
- Travel and lodging coverage.
- Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
- Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
- Aya may provide other benefits where required by applicable law, including but not limited to reimbursements.
For all employees and employee applicants, Aya is an Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO ) Employer, including Disability/Vets, and welcomes all to apply.