Locum Surgery Trauma Physician job in Melbourne, FL - Make $305/hr - $315/hr

Surgery Trauma Physician

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Surgery Trauma job in Melbourne, FL paying $305/hour - $315/hour.

Job Description

• Position: Physician
• Specialty: Surgery Trauma
• Start Date: 04-01-25
• Length: 34 weeks

Schedule and Coverage

• Shift Coverage: Scheduled + No Call
• Shift Schedule: Standard 5, 8-Hour 08:00 - 17:00

About the Facility

• Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital

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 Florida.
• 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.