Surgery - General Physician

Surgery - General Physician

ProLocums

Las Cruces, NM

$247.30K - $296.80K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

We are seeking a Board Certified General Surgeon for an ongoing locum tenens assignment in New Mexico. This position is strictly Call Only, offering maximum schedule flexibility without daily clinic responsibilities.

Assignment Details
  • Specialty: General Surgery
  • Location: New Mexico (NM)
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • End Date: Ongoing
  • Coverage Type: Call Only (24-Hour Beeper Call)
Clinical Setting & Volume
  • Practice Setting: Inpatient / Hospital-based
  • EMR: Medhost
  • Scope: Bread-and-butter general surgery; typical call responsibilities include emergency consults, rounding on surgical patients, and emergent procedures.
Requirements
  • Certification: Board Certified (BC) in General Surgery.
  • Life Support: Active ACLS and BLS certifications are required.
  • Licensure: Active New Mexico (NM) state medical license.

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About ProLocums

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ProLocums is a digital locum and staffing agency, providing a transparent, digitized, secure, and trusted platform built to fulfill the needs of providers and employers seamlessly and efficiently.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

Phoenix, AZ, US

Year founded

2021



Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a General Surgeon?

A: To succeed as a General Surgeon, key technical skills include proficiency in surgical techniques, such as laparoscopy and endoscopy, as well as expertise in managing complex surgical cases, including trauma and emergency situations. Soft skills like strong communication, empathy, and leadership abilities are also crucial, as General Surgeons must effectively collaborate with medical teams, communicate with patients and families, and make high-pressure decisions. These technical and interpersonal strengths enable General Surgeons to provide high-quality patient care, manage surgical teams, and advance in their careers through leadership roles or specialized training.

Q: What is the career path for a General Surgeon?

A: A General Surgeon's career typically progresses from an entry-level position as a Resident Physician, followed by a mid-level role as an Attending Physician or Assistant Professor, and eventually a senior role as a Department Chair or Chief of Surgery. Along the way, they can develop skills in leadership, teaching, and research, as well as specialized areas like trauma surgery or surgical oncology. Long-term, General Surgeons may pursue leadership positions in academic or private practice settings, or transition into roles like medical director or healthcare administrator, leveraging their expertise to drive healthcare policy and innovation.



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