Locum Physician

Job Title: General Surgeon Job Specialty: General Surgery Job Duration: 1 Year Shift: On call and Call back only, Day 8, 5x8 Hour Shifts Guaranteed Hours: 40.00 Hours Experience: Minimum Years of Experience Required License: Valid license to practice in the applicable state Certifications: - Board certification/eligibility based on education and specialty - Valid DEA in applicable state - BLS or ACLS upon hire in an acute care hospital - BLS or ACLS within 90 days of hire in an ambulatory clinic Must-Have: - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Respect for patient confidentiality - Compassionate and approachable demeanor - Responsible and trustworthy Job Description: - Use appropriate measures such as history, physical exam, and diagnostics to diagnose diseases, injuries, and other conditions. Provide or prescribe appropriate treatment. - Communicate options to patients, address concerns, and answer questions with a patient-centered approach. Use expertise to prevent illness and injury. - Accurately and completely document in the medical record for purposes of continuing care, compliance, quality, safety, and billing. - Provide leadership and feedback to the clinical team providing patient care. - Consult with colleagues and refer patients to other sources of care when clinically appropriate. - Provide availability for office visits, phone calls, electronic communication, and on-call coverage as outlined. - Participate in ongoing organizational efforts for continuous improvement in quality, safety, and patient experience. - Engage in continuous learning and self-improvement. - Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization. - Perform additional duties as defined in the physician employment agreement and as required by specialty. Schedule Notes: On call and Call back only.