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We are seeking a board-certified Neurological Surgeon for a 20-day locum tenens assignment at a Surgery Center in South Dakota. The ideal candidate will be available to start on 06/01/2025, working 24-hour shifts from 7 AM to 7 AM. This role requires expertise in neurosurgery, including both head and spine procedures. The assignment is flexible, with...
Location:SD
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a board-certified Anesthesiologist for a recurring 30-day locum tenens assignment at a hospital in South Dakota. This opportunity begins on 07/11/2025, with coverage needed for approximately one week per month on an ongoing basis. The assignment involves working 24-hour shifts from Friday to Monday, 6 am to 6 am. The anesthesiologist...
Location:SD
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:Physician
Locum tenens physician jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Locum and travel physicians hold all the same qualifications as a permanent physician, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
According to ZipRecruiter, physicians in South Dakota typically earn an average of $149,049 per year.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $212,300 a year.
Physicians in South Dakota do not have any CME requirements.
Yes, new graduates can work in South Dakota as long as they receive the proper licensing and certification specific to their state. Check out our physician licensing guide to get started.
The highest paying physician specialties include neurosurgery, thoracic, and orthopedic surgery. Highly technical surgical specialties like these earn around $600,000 a year.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the number of physician and surgeon jobs will increase by 3% between 2022 and 2032. About 24,200 openings for physicians and surgeons are projected each year.