About this opportunity

MD Staff, LLC lists this Physician / Surgery - General / Iowa / Locum Tenens / Locum Tenens General Surgery Opportunity in IA Job opportunity in brooklyn, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Locum Tenens General Surgeon to provide ongoing support for a facility near Brooklyn, Iowa. This opportunity involves both clinic hours and surgical call coverage, with a variety of cases in both outpatient and inpatient settings. If you are passionate about high-quality patient care and interested in a flexible locums position, this role could be a perfect fit.

Position Details:

Location: Near Brooklyn, IA

Start Date: December 1, 2024

Schedule: Clinic Days: Tuesday & Thursday, 9:00 AM 4:00 PM

Operating Room: Monday & Wednesday, 7:00 AM up to 3:00 PM, depending on volume

Call Coverage: 10 days of 24-hour call coverage per month

Patient Volume: Approximately 20-25 patients per clinic shift

Facility Requirements:

Practice Setting: Both inpatient and outpatient

Admissions Required: No

EMR System: MediTech / Athena

Privileges: Temporary privileges are available for quick onboarding

Board Certification: Candidates must be board-eligible, but board certification is not required

Skills & Procedures:

This position encompasses a comprehensive range of general surgery procedures, including but not limited to:

General Surgery: Appendectomies, cholecystectomies, and hernioplasties

Vascular Surgery: Peripheral vascular repairs and bypasses

Pediatric Procedures: Hernia repairs, abdominal wall defect repairs

Trauma Procedures: Thoracic, abdominal, and vascular trauma management

Additional Surgical Skills: Laparoscopic surgery, upper and lower GI endoscopies, minor orthopedic procedures, chest tube insertion, and ventilation management

Certification Requirements:

Licensure: Must hold an active IA license or qualify for an Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC)

Certifications: ABLS, ACLS, and BLS

Additional Benefits:

Flexible Schedule: Option to adjust call and clinic days for work-life balance

Insurance Coverage: Provided by the vendor

Support Staff: RN and office staff available to assist

Travel and Lodging:

Lodging Recommendations: Available upon request

If you are interested in joining a supportive team in a flexible locums capacity, apply now using Job ID . This opportunity offers a great work-life balance, ideal for providers seeking temporary or long-term locum assignments.

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