About this opportunity
LocumTenens.com lists this General Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Kentucky opportunity in bradfordsville, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
This Job at a Glance
Job Reference Id:
ORD- -MD-KY
Title:
MD
Dates Needed:
2027 coverage, exact dates TBD
Shift Type:
24-Hour Call
Assignment Type:
Inpatient
Call Required:
Yes
Board Certification Required:
Yes
Job Duration:
Locums
About the Facility
This community-focused acute care hospital offers comprehensive medical and surgical services to the patient population served. The facility is recognized for orthopedic care and advanced cancer treatment, and maintains established clinical protocols and the infrastructure necessary to support call-based general surgery coverage on an on-site basis. Clinical operations are structured to ensure quality surgical care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period.
About the Facility Location
Kentucky offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of natural and cultural attractions suited to varied interests. Natural landmarks such as Mammoth Cave and the Red River Gorge provide opportunities to explore caverns, hike trails, and participate in guided kayak tours. Urban destinations, distillery experiences along the Bourbon Trail, farm visits, and live entertainment venues contribute to a diverse range of options for time away from clinical responsibilities.
About the Clinicians Workday
Clinicians will provide 24-hour weekend general surgery call coverage on shifts structured from 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM, responding to emergency department consultations, rounding on inpatients, and performing surgical procedures as clinically indicated. Responsibilities include managing general surgery and GI cases, including appendectomies, gallbladder conditions, wound care, colon-related issues, and GI bleeds. Procedures include colonoscopies, EGDs, and laparoscopic surgeries. Board certification in General Surgery is required for this assignment.
Additional Job Details
Case Load/PPD:
Variable
Support Staff:
OR call team, hospitalist, inpatient nursing
Patient Population:
All Ages
Location Type:
On-Site
Prescriptive Authority Required:
No
Government:
No
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Who can apply
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