Surgery - General

General Surgery Locum Tenens | Kentucky

Provider Details

• Specialty: General Surgery
• Job Class: Locum Tenens
• Provider Type: Physician
• Provider Credentials: MD/DO
• Board Status: Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Number of Positions: 1

Shift Details

• Estimated Start Date: October 23, 2026
• Requested Date of Coverage and Schedule: October 23, 2026 - Ongoing
• Schedule Details: 24-Hour Call / Inpatient Surgical Coverage (Inferred from the continuous 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM block scheduling).
• Shift Times: 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM for each designated block
• Coverage Blocks:
  • October 23-26, 29 - November 2
  • November 26-30 (Thanksgiving)
  • December 24 - January 3 (Christmas & New Year's)
• Procedures
  • Bowel resections
  • Emergency general surgery trauma
  • Management of perforations
  • Incision and Drainage (I&D) of abscesses
  • Wound care
• Certifications Needed: ACLS, BLS
• Patients Per Shift: 10-15
• Practice Setting: Inpatient
• Trauma Level: 4
• EMR in Use: MEDITECH

Licensing and Privileging

• License: An active Kentucky state license or an IMLC membership is required.
• Willing to License: No
• Estimated Privileging Timeline: 30 days
• Are temporary privileges available? Yes

Additional Information

This is an excellent opportunity for a board-certified General Surgeon to provide locum tenens coverage in a supportive and dynamic environment. The position offers a chance to work with a diverse patient population and perform a variety of surgical procedures. If you are a dedicated and skilled surgeon looking for a rewarding locum tenens position, we encourage you to apply.