Locum Tenens Physician - General Surgeon Needed in California

Physician - General Surgeon

  • ID: 223896A
  • Updated October 15th, 2026
Provider Type Physician
Specialty General Surgery
Job Type Locum Tenens
State California
Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Start Date 12/25/2026

We are seeking a dedicated General Surgeon Physician for a 30-day assignment in CA. This urgent locum tenens opportunity with ongoing sporadic shifts available from January onward. The role involves 24-hour general surgery call coverage, including morning rounds for hospitalist sign-out, ensuring comprehensive patient care.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide 24-hour General Surgery Call Coverage
  • Conduct morning rounds starting at 6:00am daily for Hospitalist sign out
  • Manage cases including Laparoscopy, Appendicitis, Gall Bladders, Hernias, I&Ds, minor biopsies, and occasional wound debridement
  • Address complex cases such as necrotizing fasciitis and perforated bowel


Additional Information

  • Board Certifications: General Surgery
  • Other Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • EMR: Tenzing EMR
  • Setting: Call Only
  • Call Schedule: Out of House Call, 24-hour shifts
  • Patients per day: 2-7
  • LOA: 30 Days
  • Staffing Mix: Full support staff including Hospitalists, ICU physicians, RNs, and additional specialists (GI, OB, Ortho) on-call 24/7


Benefits

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

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