General Surgeon – Call Coverage KY
Job at a glance
Job description
Position Overview:
- Start Date: June 1, 2025
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End Date: Ongoing
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Coverage Type: Call Only
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Call Schedule: Beeper call; response time within 30 minutes
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Phone Consults: 6–8 per 24-hour shift
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Patients Seen: 10–12/day
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Practice Setting: Inpatient only
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EMR: MediTech
Required Skills & Procedures:
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Bread and Butter General Surgery
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Must be able to perform tunneled dialysis catheter placements
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Laparoscopic surgery, Chest tube insertion, Central line insertion, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernioplasty, endoscopy, and more
Rounding required
Credentialing & Licensure:
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Board Certification required
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Must hold an active KY license or IMLC
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ACLS & BLS required
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Estimated credentialing time: 4–6 weeks
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Temporary privileges available
Travel & Lodging:
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Travel and lodging covered
If you’re a board-certified general surgeon with current case logs and experience in dialysis catheter placement, this is an excellent ongoing locum opportunity in a fully supported hospital setting.