What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trauma Surgeon - Locum Tenens position at Health Marketing?
Role Overview
The physician will provide inpatient trauma surgery coverage at a Level 1 Trauma Center, offering 24-hour in-house call support. The position involves managing critically injured patients across all ages, with assistance from NP/PA support staff. The clinician will alternate between Primary and Backup Call shifts to ensure continuous care during trauma activations and surgical cases.
Responsibilities
The physician will provide inpatient trauma surgery coverage at a Level 1 Trauma Center, offering 24-hour in-house call support. The position involves managing critically injured patients across all ages, with assistance from NP/PA support staff. The clinician will alternate between Primary and Backup Call shifts to ensure continuous care during trauma activations and surgical cases.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive trauma and emergency surgical care in an inpatient setting.
- Maintain on-site availability during assigned call periods to respond promptly to trauma cases.
- Collaborate with support staff to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Participate in a rotating call schedule to ensure ongoing coverage for Level I Trauma services.
- Board certification in surgery or relevant specialty.
- Ability to work in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.
- Strong clinical decision-making and surgical skills.
- Experience providing trauma or emergency surgical care preferred.