We have a fantastic locum tenens opportunity available for a General Surgeon near Kennewick, WA. This role is designed for a physician with experience in trauma and general surgery, looking to provide supplemental coverage at a level 3 trauma facility. If you are looking for a position with a structured schedule and a supportive team, this could be the ideal role for you.

Position Details:

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  Profession: Physician - General Surgery

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  Location: Near Kennewick, WA

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  Start Date: ASAP

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  End Date: Ongoing

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  Job ID: j-244245

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  Coverage Type: Call Only

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  Practice Setting: Inpatient

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  EMR System: Epic

Job Responsibilities:

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  Call Schedule:

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    General surgery and trauma call

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    Manage 10-15 patients per shift, with 2-5 new admissions

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  Admissions Required: Yes

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  Rounding: Assigned patients

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  Holidays Allowed: New Year's Day, 4th of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

Requirements:

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  Board Certification: Required

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    Board Certified in General Surgery

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  Licensing:

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    Licensed in WA or IMLC

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    No reimbursement for licensing costs

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  Certifications Required:

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    ATLS

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  Additional Certifications:

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    BLS and ACLS are not required

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  Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 45-60 days

Facility Details:

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  Hospital Information:

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    Level 3 trauma facility

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    Supported by an APP - Surgical Hospitalist

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    Most admissions handled by the Adult Hospitalist team

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  Department Information:

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    Surgery department with an add-on room

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    Two crews scheduled on weekends

Additional Information:

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  Temporary privileges available

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  The facility does not require hospital/surgery center privileges

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  The locum will work in an environment with a dedicated trauma care team and an established support system

This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a well-supported setting, covering general and trauma surgeries with a structured on-call schedule. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this locum tenens position, apply today.

Job ID: j-244245