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Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - General/Other
Location: Lafayette, LA
Employer: Weatherby Healthcare
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Weatherby Healthcare to find a qualified General Surgery MD in Lafayette, Louisiana, 70503!
Enjoy the locum tenens lifestyle knowing Weatherby is here to support you every step of the way. Call and speak to one of our consultants today for available dates and details.
- 24-hour shifts Monday through Sunday
- 8 patients per shift in ICU setting
- Adult ICU patients with trauma cases
- General surgery and laparoscopic procedures required
- Ventilation management and central line insertion
- SCC fellowship required for position
- On-call ratio 5:1 with 30-minute response time
- GI endoscopy including colonoscopy required
- Paid malpractice insurance; pre-paid travel and housing expenses
- Assignment details and time entry in online portal
- Competitive compensation
- 24-hour access to your Weatherby Healthcare consultant
- Charter member of NALTO
Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment
- Benefit from steady income streams and potentially higher rates, mitigating financial uncertainties and instability.
- Build a wide professional network by collaborating with different healthcare teams, opening doors for future career prospects and collaborations.
- Explore entrepreneurial ventures in healthcare, such as locum tenens agencies or consulting services, leveraging your expertise and network gained from locum work.
- Find fulfillment in the diversity and impact of your work, knowing that your skills and expertise are valued and making a tangible difference in patients' lives.
- Tailor patient care approaches to individual needs and preferences, free from institutional protocols or constraints, fostering patient-centered care and satisfaction.
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