Locum Physician (MD/DO) - General Surgery in Portland, OR - Aya Locums : Job Details

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Surgery job in Portland, OR paying $175/hour - $190/hour.

Job Details:

• Position: Physician
• Specialty: Surgery
• Start Date: 01-01-25
• Length: 13 weeks

Schedule and Coverage:

• Shift Coverage: 24 Hour On Call
• Shift Schedule: Standard 3, 12-Hour 07:00 - 19:00

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 Oregon.
• 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.