Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Surgery Cardiovascular job in Tucson, AZ paying $0/day- $0/day.
Job Details:
- Position: Physician
- Specialty: Surgery Cardiovascular
- Start Date: 01-01-26
- Length: 13 weeks
Schedule and Coverage:
- Shift Coverage: 24 Hour On Call
- Shift Schedule: Standard 5, 24-Hour 19:00 - 07:00
About the Facility:
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital
About Locum General Surgeon Jobs:
This is a generalized description of locum general surgeon job requirements. Specific assignment details may vary based on the healthcare facility, geographic location, patient population and types of surgeries performed.
General Job Responsibilities:
- Perform a range of surgeries including appendectomies, hernia repairs, gallbladder removals, emergency surgeries, and upper and lower endoscopies, among others.
- Provide preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative care.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Be on-call for emergency surgeries, such as trauma cases or unexpected complications.
- Provide consultations to patients and other medical professionals regarding surgical options and care plans.
- Provide patient education about post-operative care and follow-up requirements.
- Maintain accurate and thorough medical records.
Skills:
- Expertise in performing a wide variety of general surgeries with minimal supervision.
- Ability to assess complex medical situations and make sound decisions quickly.
- Excellent manual dexterity and precision.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to new work environments and different medical teams.
Minimum Education Requirements:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
- Residency training program in surgery accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
License & Certifications:
- Board certification in surgery by the American Board of Surgery (ABS).
- Active and unrestricted medical license in Arizona.
- Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Experience:
- While specific requirements may vary, most locum general surgery positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience providing care in a clinical setting.
Additional Notes:
- Locum tenens general surgery positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to address staffing shortages in hospitals, surgical centers or other healthcare facilities.
- These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing general surgeons to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload.
- Some states may have additional practice requirements for locum physicians, so familiarization with the specific state regulations is recommended.
- Qualifications and educational requirements for surgery sub-specialties may vary.
With Aya Locums, you get:
- Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
- Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
- Dedicated application and assignment support.
- In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
- Travel and lodging coverage.
- Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
- Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
- Aya may provide other benefits where required by applicable law, including but not limited to reimbursements.
For all employees and employee applicants, Aya is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer, including Disability/Vets, and welcomes all to apply.
