Locum Tenens General/Trauma Surgeon Opportunity in West Virginia

Embark on a fulfilling Locum Tenens opportunity for a General/Trauma Surgeon near Lindside, WV, starting on January 16, 2024, and concluding on January 22, 2024. This long-term assignment in a Level 3 Hospital offers a chance to contribute to the provision of critical surgical care.

Key Details:

• Specialties: General Surgery, Trauma Surgery


• Start Date: January 16, 2024


• End Date: January 22, 2024


• Coverage Type: Call Only


• EMR System: MediTech, facilitating seamless electronic medical records


• Practice Setting: Inpatient, with a focus on surgical care


• Hospital Stroke Certified: Yes, ensuring comprehensive emergency care

Practice Details:

• Open Dates: January 16, 2024, 7 a.m., through January 22, 2024, 7 a.m.


• Level 3 Hospital: A vital healthcare facility in the region


• Preferred License: West Virginia or IMLC (Interstate Medical Licensure Compact) ready


• Surgery Specialty: General Surgery with a focus on Trauma


• Schedule: Hospital only, 7-10 days per month


• Call: As needed, both nights and weekends


• Support Staff: Hospital and OR support available for a collaborative environment


• Patient Age Group: Primarily adults


• Inpatient Focus: Full inpatient care, no outpatient clinic responsibilities


• Charting/EMR: Utilizing MediTech for efficient documentation


• Board Certification: Either Board Certified or Board Eligible, with preference for BC


• Fellowship: Not required, but considered if applicable


• Reason for Need: Existing provider departure


• Credentialing Timeframe: ASAP, with temporary privileges available

Logistics and Support:

• Travel and Lodging: Yes, with flexibility


• Schedule to be Filled: January 16-22, 2024


• Rounding: Solely on the provider's patients


• Admissions: Handled by ER or hospitalists, ensuring focused surgical care

This Locum Tenens opportunity near Lindside, WV, is an excellent chance for a dedicated General/Trauma Surgeon to make a significant impact in a supportive healthcare environment. Interested providers, please reference Job ID #j-189257 in your application. Join us in providing essential surgical care in West Virginia.