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Job · #795043

General Surgery/Trauma Physician

CA

Actively hiringPosted 25th Jul, 2026

At a glance

Job typeLocum Tenens
Schedule24-hour call shifts
SpecialtyTrauma Surgery
ProfessionGeneral Surgeon

Quick summary

AI summary

Hospital-based Locum General Surgeon role at a Level III Trauma center in California, focused on 24-hour call coverage across inpatient and ED settings.

Highlights

  • 24-hour call shifts
  • Sporadic ongoing dates
  • Endoscopy required

Description

This Job at a Glance
  • Job Reference Id: ORD-217799-MD-CA
  • Title: MD
  • Dates Needed: September 1, 2, 3 - Ongoing as needed; sporadic coverage
  • Shift Type: 24-Hour Call
  • Assignment Type: Inpatient; ER
  • Call Required: Yes
  • Board Certification Required: Yes
  • Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility
This hospital-based facility operates as a Level III Trauma center, providing general surgery and trauma surgical services across inpatient and emergency room settings. The facility maintains a single ED call schedule and established clinical protocols to support both routine and emergent surgical care delivery on an on-site basis. Clinical operations are structured to ensure quality surgical care for the patient population served.
About the Facility Location
California offers a broad range of experiences suited to varied interests, encompassing coastal areas, national parks, and diverse regional attractions. Clinicians on assignment may explore outdoor recreation opportunities, cultural destinations, and year-round activities available throughout the state. The state provides diverse options, making it a destination with broad appeal for clinicians seeking varied activities during their assignment.
About the Clinician's Workday
The clinician will provide 24-hour call coverage for general surgery and trauma services across inpatient and emergency room settings at an on-site Level III Trauma facility in California, with shifts running 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM. Coverage is confirmed for September 1, 2, and 3, with ongoing sporadic as-needed coverage thereafter. Primary responsibilities include providing comprehensive ED call coverage, performing full general surgery and trauma procedures, and completing endoscopic procedures; endoscopic scope capability is required for this assignment. Board certification in General Surgery is mandatory, and full General Surgery and Trauma privileges are required.
Additional Job Details
  • Case Load/PPD: Variable
  • Patient Population: All Ages
  • Call Ratio/Schedule: TBD
  • Location Type: On-Site
  • Prescriptive Authority Required: No
  • Government: No
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