(Locum) Physician – Surgery – General_ Paducah, KY, 42003_ 24 hours on call $1800 and Call back :$415
Updated 12/03/25
$1,800
– $1,800
daily
42003, Paducah, Kentucky, United States
Physician
Surgery-General
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Seeking a Locum General Surgeon to provide 24-hour EMTALA call coverage at a regional hospital serving a multi-state area. The physician will handle all emergency department and inpatient general surgery consults, perform a range of surgical procedures, and collaborate with a skilled OR and ICU team. This is an ongoing need with consistent monthly coverage opportunities beginning January 2026.
Job Responsibilities
Perform 1–3 surgical cases per day and manage 2–4 consults daily.
Treat adult and occasional pediatric cases (mainly skin and soft tissue).
Collaborate with a well-trained OR team including CSTs, RNFAs, and first assists.
Manage ICU patients and perform essential procedures such as central lines and chest tubes.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in EPIC EMR.
Qualifications
Active Kentucky Medical License – Required
COVID-19 Vaccination – Highly Preferred (must have by credentialing)
Clean Background – Highly Preferred
Working Hours
Weekend coverage required
Ongoing monthly coverage, typically 1 week per month
Skills
Proficient in trauma (minor) and ICU patient management
Skilled in laparoscopic, cholecystectomy, hernioplasty, and bowel surgeries
Strong communication, teamwork, and critical decision-making under pressure
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