Job Description
Join a dynamic trauma surgery team in an inpatient and outpatient setting in Richland, WA. This locum tenens position offers a rewarding opportunity to provide acute and trauma care with night shifts available on a long-term basis through the summer of 2027. Consistent providers are needed to cover approximately 15 shifts per month, primarily focused on night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Inpatient and Outpatient
- Start Date: November 2026 - Ongoing
- Schedule: Night shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, approximately 15 shifts per month
- Patient Population: Adult
- Location: Richland, WA
- Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement
- Flexible scheduling
Job Responsibilities
- Provide acute care and trauma surgery
- Perform general surgeries such as appendectomies, cholecystectomies, and hernioplasties
- Manage ventilation and perform procedures like chest tube insertion and central line insertion
Qualifications
- Board Certified in General Surgery with trauma experience
- Active WA license or eligibility through IMLC
- ACLS and ATLS certifications required
- Experience in laparoscopic surgery preferred
Working Hours
- Night shifts, 12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- Must commit to at least 15 shifts per month
Skills
- Strong surgical skills, particularly in trauma and acute care
- Proficient in ventilation management, central line, and chest tube insertion
- Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments
This comprehensive role is instrumental in supporting trauma operations and providing essential care to the community, offering flexibility and a robust professional opportunity.
