Physician / Surgery - General / Texas / Locum tenens / Physician - General Surgeon Job
BARTON ASSOCIATES
Not Specified, TX, USA
Not Specified, TX, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- General Surgeon
- locum tenens
- surgery
This locum tenens role seeks a licensed General Surgeon for an 80-day assignment in Texas providing 24-hour general surgery coverage over 10 shifts per month. The position requires managing a variety of surgical cases, responding to emergencies, and collaborating with healthcare teams while maintaining accurate case logs. Benefits include strong compensation, malpractice insurance, and travel expense coverage, with flexible start dates in February or March 2026.
We are seeking a well-rounded General Surgeon for an 80-day locum tenens assignment in Texas. This opportunity begins on Feb 13, 2026, with an ongoing need for 10 shifts per month, each consisting of 24-hour general surgery call coverage. The assignment offers flexible start dates in February or March and provides a dynamic environment for an experienced surgeon with comprehensive case logs. Job Details Location: Texas Start Date: Feb 13, 2026 LOA: 80 days Provider Type Needed: General Surgeon Schedule: 10 shifts per month, each shift providing 24-hour general surgery call coverage; exact dates are flexible and can be arranged in advance Responsibilities and Duties Provide 24-hour general surgery call coverage Manage a broad range of general surgery cases Respond to emergent surgical consults and perform necessary procedures Maintain accurate and timely case logs as required Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes Additional Information Must hold an active Texas medical license Required board certification: General Surgery Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required Flexible start dates available (February or March 2026) Benefits Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities What are Locum Tenens Jobs? Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.




