Locum Tenens Physician - General Surgeon Needed in MA

  • ID: 216574A
  • Updated April 1st, 2026

  • Job ID 216574A
  • Job Title Physician - General Surgeon
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty General Surgery
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State MA
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Duration 24 Days
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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled General Surgeon Physician for a 24-day locum tenens assignment in Massachusetts, commencing Jun 19, 2026. This role involves weekend call coverage from Friday 6pm to Monday 6am, focusing on handling general surgery cases in the OR, supervising advanced practice providers, managing first call responsibilities, and performing inpatient rounding.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Handling general surgery cases in the operating room
  • Supervision of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
  • Providing first call coverage
  • Performing inpatient rounding with the APP team (can be done remotely)
  • Seeing cases such as Appendectomy, Cholecystectomy, Hernia Repair, Colectomy (Emergencies only), and Small Bowel Resection


Additional Information

  • Board Certifications: General Surgery
  • EMR: Meditech EHR


Benefits

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


What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.


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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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