Our client in Arkansas is seeking a dedicated Surgical Critical Care Physician for a 30-day assignment starting Aug 31, 2026. This role involves 24-hour call shifts, providing 24/7 coverage for acute care surgery and leading trauma calls. The physician will manage a high-volume caseload, including ED consults, urgent OR demands, and various acute care surgical cases.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Manage on-call duties, ED consults, and urgent operating room demands.
- Provide 24/7 coverage for acute care surgery, including leading all trauma calls.
- Handle acute care surgical cases with a daily census that can exceed 30 patients.
Additional Information
- Required Board Certifications: Internal Medicine-Critical Care Medicine
- EMR: 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.
