General Surgery Locum Tenens - Call Only | Texas

Updated 12/12/25
Texas, Texas, United States
Physician
Surgery-General
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Job at a glance

Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital Inpatient Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description Details & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Specialty: General Surgery
  • Requirement: Physician (MD/DO)
  • Location: Texas
  • Job settings: Inpatient, Outpatient
  • Coverage Required: 2/6/2026 - 12/31/2026
  • Schedule: Call only
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 45 days
  • License: An active Texas state license is required
  • EMR: Athena & Meditech
  • Must be Board-Certified or Board-Eligible
  • Other details: The facility which is stroke-certified, trauma level 2, and PEDs level 1 is looking for a provider to cover beeper call only. Weekend call coverage is needed to support call volume, primarily involving ER call and inpatient work, with the possibility of some outpatient duties. Call shifts will generally run from 7:00 a.m. on Friday to 7:00 a.m. on Monday, twice a month.
  • White-glove licensing and credentialing assistance
  • Rf: 84121

Job Responsibilities

* Provide beeper call coverage for general surgery.
* Manage ER call and inpatient cases as needed.
* Perform outpatient duties when necessary.
* Support weekend call volume and respond to urgent surgical needs.

Qualifications

* Physician (MD/DO) specializing in General Surgery.
* Board-Certified or Board-Eligible.
* Active Texas state medical license.
* Ability to complete credentialing within the required timeframe (45 days).

Working Hours

* Call-only coverage.
* Weekend call shifts from 7:00 a.m. Friday to 7:00 a.m. Monday.
* Coverage needed twice a month.
* Assignment dates: 2/6/2026 – 12/31/2026.

Skills

* Proficiency in managing ER and inpatient surgical cases.
* Experience with outpatient surgical care.
* Familiarity with Athena and Meditech EMR systems.
* Strong clinical judgment and ability to respond quickly to critical cases.
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Hiring Organization

Orchard, Inc.

Job Description

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Hiring Organization

Orchard, Inc.