Locum Tenens Physician - General Surgery Needed in NM

Job Description

 Experienced General Surgeon needed for a locum tenens assignment in New Mexico. This 60-day opportunity, starting 06/30/2025, involves working at a hospital with a schedule of 3 days clinic (8am-5pm) and 2 days OR (7am-3:30pm), along with 24-hour call on weeknights and weekends for 3 weeks/month (21 consecutive days). The ideal candidate should be comfortable with a range of surgical procedures, including scopes, laparoscopies, and gallbladder and appendix surgeries. This role also requires the ability to stabilize and transfer patients when necessary. The position offers potential for extension and requires an active New Mexico license.

Job Details:

Location: New Mexico

Facility Type: Hospital

Start Date: 06/30/2025

LOA: 60 days (minimum 2 weeks availability)

Provider Type Needed: General Surgeon

Schedule: 3 days clinic (8am-5pm), 2 days OR (7am-3:30pm), 24-hour call on weeknights/weekends (3 weeks/month)

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform upper and lower endoscopic procedures

• Conduct laparoscopic surgeries, including gallbladder and appendix operations

• Manage clinic patients and surgical cases

• Provide on-call coverage for weeknights and weekends

• Stabilize and arrange transfer of patients when necessary

• Collaborate with ED team for urgent surgical needs

• Utilize Cerner EMR system for patient documentation

• Adapt to low-volume call environment (0-1 calls per night)

Additional Information:

• Must be licensed in New Mexico

• Comfortable working in a hospital setting without on-site trauma surgeon

• Potential for assignment extension

• Candidates with 2 weeks or more of availability will be considered

Apply now to learn more!

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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