Job · #785886
General Surgery Physician
NM
Actively hiringPosted 25th Jul, 2026
At a glance
Job typeLocum Tenens
Schedule24-hour call
SpecialtyGeneral Surgery
ProfessionGeneral Surgeon
Quick summary
AI summary
Hospital-based locum General Surgeon role in New Mexico providing 24-hour call coverage across inpatient and OR settings for a broad surgical service.
Highlights
- 24-hour call
- ASAP start
- All-ages patients
Description
This Job at a Glance
This 263-bed acute care hospital employs over 1,100 staff and delivers comprehensive services including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, cardiology, stroke care, radiology, and oncology. The facility holds certification as a primary stroke center by DNV-GL and maintains dedicated inpatient and operating room capabilities to support a broad range of surgical cases. Additional services include inpatient adult behavioral health, neurological, and rehabilitation programs.
About the Facility Location
New Mexico offers a range of regional attractions suited to varied interests, including outdoor recreation, cultural experiences, and year-round activities. Clinicians on assignment may enjoy access to diverse natural landscapes, historical sites, and recreational opportunities throughout the state.
About the Clinician's Workday
The clinician will provide 24-hour call coverage for general surgery services across inpatient and operating room settings. Primary responsibilities include performing general surgery procedures, managing emergency department consultations, and maintaining continuous availability for both scheduled and emergent surgical needs. Call coverage is required, and board certification in General Surgery is negotiable for this locum tenens assignment.
Additional Job Details
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
- Job Reference Id: ORD-216986-MD-NM
- Title: MD
- Dates Needed: ASAP-ongoing
- Shift Type: 24-Hour Call
- Assignment Type: Inpatient; OR
- Call Required: Yes
- Board Certification Required: Negotiable
- Job Duration: Locums
This 263-bed acute care hospital employs over 1,100 staff and delivers comprehensive services including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, cardiology, stroke care, radiology, and oncology. The facility holds certification as a primary stroke center by DNV-GL and maintains dedicated inpatient and operating room capabilities to support a broad range of surgical cases. Additional services include inpatient adult behavioral health, neurological, and rehabilitation programs.
About the Facility Location
New Mexico offers a range of regional attractions suited to varied interests, including outdoor recreation, cultural experiences, and year-round activities. Clinicians on assignment may enjoy access to diverse natural landscapes, historical sites, and recreational opportunities throughout the state.
About the Clinician's Workday
The clinician will provide 24-hour call coverage for general surgery services across inpatient and operating room settings. Primary responsibilities include performing general surgery procedures, managing emergency department consultations, and maintaining continuous availability for both scheduled and emergent surgical needs. Call coverage is required, and board certification in General Surgery is negotiable for this locum tenens assignment.
Additional Job Details
- Case Load/PPD: 8-20 patients per shift
- Support Staff: 1 APP
- Location Type: On-Site
- Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
- Government: No
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
- Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
- Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
- Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
- Digital hub for assignment details
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