Locum Tenens Physician - Trauma Surgeon Needed in MD

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Trauma Surgeon Physician to join our client's team in Maryland. This urgent 4-day assignment begins on Aug 14, 2026. The Physician will provide 12 and 24-hour call coverage with shifts from 7am-7pm or 7am-7am, specifically covering August 14, 16, 18, and 20. The role involves responding to trauma activations, evaluating incoming trauma patients, determining operative versus non-operative management, performing emergency surgeries as needed, and managing patients in the trauma or surgical ICU for primarily blunt and limited penetrating trauma cases.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide 12 and 24 hour call coverage
• Respond to trauma activations in the emergency department
• Evaluate incoming trauma patients
• Determine operative versus non-operative management
• Perform emergency surgeries as needed
• Round on admitted trauma patients
• Consult with orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, vascular surgery, and critical care teams
• Manage patients in the trauma ICU or surgical ICU when applicable
• Primarily treat blunt trauma cases (car accidents, crush injuries, falls) and limited penetrating trauma
• Provide emergency general surgery call

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Surgical Critical Care; General Surgery
• EMR System: Epic

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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