Locum Physician

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified General Surgery MD in Georgia About The Position Barton Associates is seeking a skilled General Surgeon for a locum tenens position at a Hospital in Georgia. This 21-day assignment begins on 06/05/2025, providing 24-hour call coverage from 7 AM to 7 AM. The ideal candidate will be proficient in handling emergency general surgery cases, including upper and lower endoscopies. This role involves ED backup, no elective cases, and requires the ability to manage all potential general surgery cases. The position utilizes Epic EMR system and offers the possibility of extension. Job Details: Location: Georgia Facility Type: Hospital Start Date: 06/05/2025 LOA: 21 days (with potential for extension) Provider Type Needed: General Surgeon Schedule: 24-hour call coverage, 7 AM to 7 AM Responsibilities and Duties:
• Provide emergency call coverage for the General Surgery team
• Perform upper and lower endoscopies as needed
• Handle all types of general surgery cases that may arise during the assignment
• Offer ED backup support
• Utilize Epic electronic health record system for documentation
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Maintain a high standard of patient care and safety
• Communicate effectively with patients about their conditions and treatment options
• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures
• Participate in on-call duties as required
• Manage time efficiently to respond to emergency cases
• Stay updated on the latest surgical techniques and best practices Requirements:
• Active Georgia state medical license
• Board certification in General Surgery
• Experience in emergency general surgery cases
• Proficiency in performing upper and lower endoscopies
• Comfort with handling a wide range of general surgery procedures
• Familiarity with Epic electronic health record system
• Excellent surgical skills and ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care Apply now to learn more 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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension. Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. LI-SC1 1621743EXPPLAT About Barton Associates The Locum Tenens Experts Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help. The Best Talent in the Industry Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are. Maximize Patient Access And Revenue Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation. Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive. A Proactive Approach We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they're ready to work in your state at a moment's notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges. Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we'll take care of the rest Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides 'A' rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge. Industry Leading Support When you work with Barton, you're supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible. PandoLogic. Category:Healthcare, Keywords:General Surgeon, Location:Atlanta, GA-30332