Are you a board-certified or board-eligible pediatric surgeon looking for an exciting locum tenens opportunity in Tennessee? We have an open position in a beautiful location near Summertown, TN, offering ongoing coverage needs throughout 2025. Join a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care for children, with flexible scheduling and competitive compensation.

Job Details:

• Location: Near Summertown, Tennessee


• Start Date: Immediate, ongoing through 2025


• Schedule:
  
  
  
  • Clinic hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  
  
  • Hospital coverage: 24/7 availability
  
  
  • Call: Yes, including nights and weekends
  
  
  
  


• Patient Load:
  
  
  
  • Clinic: Approximately 8 patients per day
  
  
  • Hospital: 1-3 patients per shift
  
  
  • Age Range: Pediatric patients (0-18 years)
  
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide both inpatient and outpatient pediatric surgical care


• Cover scheduled clinical hours plus on-call responsibilities


• Perform a wide range of surgical procedures, including:
  
  
  
  • General and laparoscopic surgeries
  
  
  • Trauma surgeries
  
  
  • Neonatal and pediatric-specific surgeries such as appendectomy, hernia repairs, and intestinal surgeries
  
  
  
  


• Collaborate with a supportive team including pediatric anesthesiologists and intensivists

Requirements:

• Board Certification: Required or Board Eligible


• Fellowship: Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Surgery


• Certifications: PALS and BLS required


• Licensing: Must be licensed in Tennessee or eligible for IMLC

Benefits:

• Travel and lodging accommodations provided


• Temporary hospital privileges available for quick onboarding


• Support staff in both clinic and hospital settings, including nurse practitioners and medical assistants

If you’re interested in contributing to a high-quality pediatric surgery program in a scenic area of Tennessee, apply today! Reference Job ID #j-253277 for more details and to discuss this opportunity further.