ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Locum General Surgeon Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC

General Surgeon

Las Cruces, NM · On-site

$179K - $214K/yr

Locum Tenens Date Opened: 02/03/2026 Industry: Healthcare State/Province: NM City: Las Cruces Country: United States Job Quick Facts: • Specialty: General Surgery • Job Type: Locum Tenens • ...

CompHealth

General Surgeon

Brownwood, TX · On-site

$235K - $283K/yr

CompHealth is seeking a General Surgeon for a locum tenens assignment, focusing on adult patients with a preference for pediatric experience. This role involves 24-hour call coverage and performing ...

Protean Med

Locum - General Surgeon - Yakima, WA

Yakima, WA · On-site

$250K - $300K/yr

General Surgery Trauma Start Date: 11-04-2024 End Date: 01-06-2025 Coverage Type: Call Only EMR System: Epic Practice Setting: Inpatient Patients Per Shift: 10-15 to manage; 2-5 new Does your ...

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC

General Surgeon

Wilson, NC · On-site

$211K - $253K/yr

General Surgery * Job Type: Locum Tenens * Location: Wilson, NC * Service Setting: Inpatient * Coverage Type: Call Only * Coverage Period: Oct 01, 2026 - Ongoing * Call Schedule: 24-hour call * Call ...

CompHealth

General Surgeon

La Porte, IN · On-site

$231K - $277K/yr

CompHealth is seeking a skilled General Surgeon for a locum tenens opportunity, primarily covering weekend shifts. This role involves managing a diverse patient load, including both adult and ...

New

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 ...

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:

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

$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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsHealthcare JobsDoctors JobsLocum General Surgeon Jobs

Locum General Surgeon information

See salary details

$100K

$285.2K

$399.5K

How much do locum general surgeon jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 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.
More about Locum General Surgeon jobs

What cities are hiring for Locum General Surgeon jobs?

Cities with the most Locum General Surgeon job openings:

What are the most commonly searched types of General Surgeon jobs?

The most popular types of General Surgeon jobs are:

What states have the most Locum General Surgeon jobs?

States with the most job openings for Locum General Surgeon jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Locum General Surgeon jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Locum General Surgeon jobs are:

Locum General Surgeon jobs near you
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, 84% Full Time, 13% 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.

Physician / Surgery - General / Washington / Locum tenens / General Surgery Physician Opportunity In

Spokane, WA • On-site

Sygnetics, Inc.
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services • 1 - 10 employees
Learn more about Sygnetics, Inc.external

Full-time, Temporary

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

General Surgery PhysicianSpokane, WA(Locum Tenens)Position Overview:We have an immediate need for a full time locum General Surgeon to provide Anesthesiology services for our veteran population at the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, WA. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in veterans lives while experiencing the unique beauty of mountain Northwest.Scope of Care: Contractors physician(s) shall be responsible for providing GENERAL SURGERY Physician care (Estimated 80%), including, but not limited to: Clinic Responsibilities: Physician shall be present on time for any scheduled clinics/surgeries start times as documented by physical presence in the clinic or OR at the scheduled start time. Communication of Test Results: Mechanisms must be in place to provide notification of test results for patients receiving care in accordance with VHA Directive 1088, Communicating Test Results to Providers and Patients. Medications: Physician shall follow all established medication policies and procedures. No sample medications shall be provided to patients. Discharge education: Provide discharge education and follow-up instructions that are coordinated with the next care setting for all GENERAL SURGERY clinical or surgical patients.Administrative: Estimated 20% of time not involved in direct patient care Quality Improvement Meetings: The Physician shall participate in continuous quality improvement activities and meetings with committee participation as required by the facility Chief of Service, COS, or designee. Staff Meetings: The Physician shall attend staff meetings as required by the facility Chief of Service, COS, or designee. Contractor to communicate with COR on this requirement and report any conflicts that may interfere with compliance with this requirement. QA/QI documentation: The Physician shall complete the appropriate QM/PI documentation pertaining to all procedures, complications, and outcomes of examinations. Patient Safety Compliance and Reporting: Physician follow all established patient safety and infection control standards of care. Physician shall make every effort to prevent medication errors, falls, and patient injury caused by acts of commission or omission in the delivery of care. All events related to patient injury, medication errors, and other breaches of patient safety shall be documented in the medical record of those impacted and disclosed to the patient or surrogate.Must have completed a residency in General Surgery and be Board Certified/Board Eligible physician in General Surgery.Credentialling and onboarding takes approximately 4-6 weeks.Hours & Schedule: VA Business Hours: 7:00am 3:30pm Clinic Hours: 7:00am 3:30pmItems Required for Submission: Current CV without any gaps over 30 days since completion of medical school- written explanations are accepted One active, unrestricted Medical License in any state Current DEA BLS- American Heart Association (AHA) required 3 Current References Letter of IntentContactValentina PerezSygnetics
Sygnetics logo

About Sygnetics

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

Industry

Professional, scientific, and technical services

Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

Auburn Hills, MI, US

Year founded

1985

View All Sygnetics Jobs

Apply