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Protean Med

Locum - General Surgeon - Price, UT

Price, UT · On-site

$226K - $271K/yr

Outpatient, Inpatient Does Provider require hospital/surgery center privileges?: Yes Admissions Required? Yes Are temporary privileges available?: Yes Is Hospital Stroke Certified? No Patients Per ...

Noor Locum

Surgery - General

Las Cruces, NM · On-site

$206K - $247K/yr

... Locum Tenens Opportunity | New Mexico Noor Locums is seeking a Board-Certified General Surgeon for an ASAP, ongoing locum assignment in New Mexico . Position Highlights: * Practice Setting:

Noor Locum

Surgery - General

Las Cruces, NM · On-site

$179K - $214K/yr

... Locum Tenens Opportunity | New Mexico Noor Locums is seeking a Board-Certified General Surgeon for an ASAP, ongoing locum assignment in New Mexico. Position Highlights: * Practice Setting: Outpatient ...

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC

General Surgeon

Kenansville, NC · On-site

$234K - $281K/yr

General Surgery Job Type: Locum Tenens Facility Location: Kenansville, NC Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient Reason For Coverage: Supplemental Coverage Period: Sep 25-28, 2026 Coverage Type: Call ...

Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens

General Surgeon

Enid, OK · On-site

$241K - $289K/yr

Jackson & Coker is seeking a Board Certified General Surgeon for ongoing locum tenens opportunities in Oklahoma. This role involves providing hospital call coverage, including vacation and weekend ...

General Company

Locum - General Surgeon - Logan, WV

Logan, WV · On-site

$222K - $266K/yr

Start Date: 08-02-2024 End Date: 08-05-2024 Coverage Type: Call Only EMR System: Cerner Practice Setting: Inpatient Does your Facility require physicians to be board certified?: Yes Fellowship: N/A ...

Protean Med

Locum - General Surgeon - Ottumwa, IA

Ottumwa, IA · On-site

$235K - $282K/yr

Outpatient, Inpatient Does Provider require hospital/surgery center privileges?: Yes Admissions Required? No Are temporary privileges available?: Yes Is Hospital Stroke Certified? No Patients Per ...

BAS Healthcare

General Surgeon

Somerset, KY · On-site

$216K - $260K/yr

The hospital provides strong support for surgical services with dedicated OR assistance and locum coverage to ensure excellent work-life balance. Opportunity: - General Surgery Job Details: • Join ...

AIH Physician Services

General Surgeon

Somerset, KY · On-site

$216K - $260K/yr

General Surgeon Location: Somerset, Kentucky Job Type: Full-time A regional medical center in ... rounding and locum support for work-life balance Compensation & Benefits • Competitive base ...

AIH Physician Services

General Surgeon

Somerset, KY · On-site

$216K - $260K/yr

General Surgeon Location: Somerset, Kentucky Job Type: Full-time A regional medical center in ... rounding and locum support for work-life balance Compensation & Benefits • Competitive base ...

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How much do locum general surgeon jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for locum general surgeon in the United States is $285,176.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $250,000.00 and $300,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a locum general surgeon?

A Locum General Surgeon is a temporary surgeon who fills in for permanent staff at hospitals or clinics. They perform a wide range of surgical procedures, ensuring continuity of patient care. These roles offer flexibility, allowing surgeons to work in different locations and gain diverse experience. Locum positions can be short-term or long-term, depending on the facility's needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a locum general surgeon?

To thrive as a Locum General Surgeon, you need board certification in general surgery, solid operative and diagnostic skills, and the ability to quickly adapt to varied clinical environments. Familiarity with hospital EMR systems, surgical instruments, and standard operating protocols is essential, along with an active state medical license. Excellent interpersonal communication, problem-solving abilities, and flexibility allow locum surgeons to integrate smoothly with new teams and address urgent patient needs. These skills ensure seamless patient care, minimize transition challenges, and contribute to effective collaboration in fast-paced or understaffed settings.

What are some unique challenges faced by locum general surgeons compared to permanent staff surgeons?

Locum General Surgeons often face the challenge of rapidly acclimating to new hospital settings, protocols, and team dynamics in each assignment. They must quickly familiarize themselves with different electronic medical record (EMR) systems, surgical instruments, and local workflows while building trust with staff and patients. Adapting to diverse case mixes and varying levels of available resources also requires flexibility and strong clinical judgment. However, many locums enjoy the variety of experiences, potential for travel, and the opportunity to expand their professional network through this dynamic role.

How much does a locum general surgeon make?

A locum general surgeon's salary varies based on location, experience, and the healthcare facility, but typically ranges from $150 to $300 per hour or $300,000 to $600,000 annually when working full-time. Compensation often includes travel, housing stipends, and malpractice coverage, and requires medical licensing and board certification.
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Infographic showing various Locum General Surgeon job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $285,176 per year, or $137.1 per hour.

Locum - General Surgeon - Hot Springs, AR

General Company

Hot Springs, AR • On-site

$203K - $243K/yr

Other

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Posting

Start Date: 06-21-2024

End Date: 06-28-2024

Coverage Type: Call Only

EMR System: MediTech

Practice Setting: Inpatient

Does Provider require hospital/surgery center privileges?: No

Admissions Required? No

Are temporary privileges available?: Yes

Is Hospital Stroke Certified? No

Patients Per Shift: 15

Does your Facility require physicians to be board certified?: Yes

Fellowship: Preferred

Minimum Board Certification: Eligible

What is the license requirement to bid?: Licensed in AR only

Estimated Credentialing Timeframe (Days): 60 days - temp privileges available

Open June dates:

June 21st 7am-June 28th 7am

Looking for seasoned General Surgeon to join one full time provider for hospital call. The candidate must be at least BE.

Looking for 24 hour call coverage with 10 hours of restricted call/14 unrestricted call (callback paid only if physically responding to site)

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