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
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
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
- 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
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
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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