Locum Tenens Physician - General Surgeon Needed in Mississippi

Physician - General Surgeon

  • ID: 224377A
  • Updated October 25th, 2026
Provider Type Physician
Specialty General Surgery
Job Type Locum Tenens
State Mississippi
Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Start Date 11/1/2026

Our client in Mississippi is seeking a General Surgeon for a 90-day assignment, offering flexible start dates. The role involves covering 24-hour call shifts, preferably 8 or more per month, performing essential procedures such as laparoscopic surgery, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and hernioplasty.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Perform Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Conduct Appendectomy procedures
  • Execute Cholecystectomy procedures
  • Perform Hernioplasty
  • Execute Nissen Fundoplication


Additional Information

  • Board Certification in Surgery is required
  • Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications are required
  • The facility utilizes Cerner EMR
  • This is a Call Only position with Out of House Call
  • Shifts are 24-hour call, 8 AM to 8 AM, with a preference for 8 or more shifts per month
  • LOA: 90 Days


Benefits

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

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