Locum General Surgeon – 24-Hr Call Shifts | Paducah, KY | EPIC | Robotics Optional | Great Pay + Travel Coverage
Job at a glance
Job description
Locum Tenens Opportunity: General Surgery
📍 Location: Paducah, Kentucky
🏥 Practice Setting: Hospital-Based Only
📅 Start Date: Upon completion of credentialing
🕒 Schedule: 24-hour call shifts (7 AM – 7 AM)
🚨 Call Only – No Clinic
Position Overview:
A regional hospital in Paducah, KY, is expanding its general surgery coverage pool and seeks a Board-Certified General Surgeon for 24-hour hospital call shifts. This role offers a steady but manageable caseload, full surgical support, and the option to utilize robotics for those certified.
Case Volume & Scope:
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Surgical Cases: 1–3/day
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Consults: 2–4/day
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Patient Population: Pediatric to Geriatric (pediatric cases are minimal and discretionary)
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Trauma: Minimal trauma cases required
Required Procedures:
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Adult General Surgery
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Basic Trauma Surgery
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Central Line & Chest Tube Insertion
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Vascular Access Device Placement
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Cholecystectomy, Hernioplasty, Colon & Small Bowel Surgery
Facility & Support:
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ORs: 12 fully equipped rooms
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Support Staff: CSTs, RNFAs, First Assists – seasoned and well-rounded team
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EMR: EPIC
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Robotics: Available for credentialed providers
Candidate Requirements:
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Board Certified (ABOS) – Required
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Active KY License or IMLC Compact License – Required
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COVID Vaccination – Preferred
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Clean Background – Preferred for faster credentialing