Locum Tenens Opportunity: General Surgeon Near Hope Mills, NC

We are seeking a qualified General Surgeon for an ongoing locum tenens opportunity near Hope Mills, NC. This role is ideal for an experienced, board-certified surgeon who is comfortable handling a variety of general surgery cases in an inpatient setting. The position is primarily call-only, offering flexibility while ensuring high-quality care for patients. If you’re looking to contribute your skills in a supportive environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Position Overview:

• Specialty: General Surgery


• Location: Near Hope Mills, NC


• Start Date: ASAP


• End Date: Ongoing


• Position Type: Locum Tenens


• Coverage Type: Call Only


• EMR System: MediTech 6.1


• Practice Setting: Inpatient

Key Responsibilities:

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  Call Coverage:

  
  
  
  
  • Provide 24-hour call coverage from 7 AM to 7 AM, including holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.
  
  
  • Be within 20 minutes of the facility while on call, as required by the bylaws.
  
  
  
  


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  Bread and Butter General Surgery:

  
  
  
  
  • Handle routine general surgery procedures including:
    
    
    
    • Hernia repair
    
    
    • Cholecystectomy
    
    
    • Breast surgery
    
    
    • Minor procedures like "lumps and bumps" and abscess drainage
    
    
    • Endoscopy procedures (EGD and colonoscopy)
    
    
    • Appendectomy
    
    
    • Small bowel and colon surgery
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Patient Management:

  
  
  
  
  • Provide high-quality care during call shifts, ensuring that all patients receive timely and effective treatment.
  
  
  • Collaborate with the medical team to manage patient care and provide surgical interventions as needed.
  
  
  
  

Practice Details:

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  Certification and Licensure:

  
  
  
  
  • Board Certification: Required in General Surgery.
  
  
  • Licensure: Must hold a current North Carolina state medical license and NC DEA with an NC address.
  
  
  • Certifications: ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS, and PALS certifications are mandatory.
  
  
  • Medicaid Credentialing: The provider must be credentialed with NC Medicaid.
  
  
  
  


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  Credentialing and Background:

  
  
  
  
  • Estimated credentialing timeframe is approximately two weeks. A clean background with no recent or open malpractice cases is highly preferred.
  
  
  • Malpractice or disciplinary history must be disclosed during the application process.
  
  
  
  


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  Housing and Travel:

  
  
  
  
  • On-Site Housing: Surgeons will be provided with a hospital-owned individual apartment on-site. The accommodations are described as very nice and clean, including cable and Wi-Fi.
  
  
  • Travel Expenses: Any travel expenses will be capped at $500.00.
  
  
  
  

Why This Opportunity?

• Immediate Start: Start your assignment as soon as possible, with the potential for ongoing locum tenens work.


• Focused Practice: Specialize in general surgery with a balanced focus on call-only responsibilities.


• Supportive Environment: Enjoy the convenience of on-site housing and the backing of a well-established medical team.

This locum tenens opportunity near Hope Mills, NC, is ideal for a General Surgeon looking to deliver exceptional care in a flexible and supportive environment. If you are board-certified and ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Job ID: j-243049