A busytertiary care center in Worcester, MA is seeking an experienced Critical CarePhysician with expertise in trauma and surgical critical care to join our teamon a locum tenens basis. The role involves managing critically ill surgical andtrauma patients, providing emergency general surgery coverage as needed, andworking closely with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, APPs, and residents.
Compensation: $300 Per Hour
KeyResponsibilities:
- Provide high-quality inpatient critical care for trauma and surgical patients.
- Cover emergency general surgery consults and operative cases as required (emergencies only, e.g., perforated viscous).
- Participate in weekday and weekend call coverage for trauma and emergency general surgery:
- Weekday Shifts: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Weekday Call: 4:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- Weekend Call: 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM (day shift coverage)
- Manage trauma inpatients (30-50 patients; 2 attendings share coverage during the day).
- Respond to trauma activations (10-20 per 24-hour period, majority blunt trauma 90-95%).
- Collaborate with support staff:
- Daytime: 2 APPs + residents (PGY3/PGY4 and interns)
- Nighttime: 1 APP + resident support
- Document patient care in Epic EMR.
Qualifications:
- Fellowship trained in Surgical Critical Care
- Board eligible or certified in Surgical Critical Care
- DEA and CSR certification required
- Massachusetts medical license preferred (candidates without MA license may be considered)
- Minimum of 3 months availability
Worcester,MA is a vibrant city in central Massachusetts, known for its rich history,diverse culture, and strong healthcare and education sectors. It offers a mixof urban amenities, parks, and nearby outdoor recreation, while being just anhour from Boston.
