Vascular Surgeon (Locum Tenens)

Quick Facts

• Role: Locum Surgery Vascular Physician

• Setting: Acute Care Hospital

• Coverage: 24-hour on call (07:00–07:00)

• Duration: 13 weeks

• Start date: 11/23/26

• Pay: $2,450/day–$2,700/day

Description

Locum tenens opportunity for a vascular surgeon providing 24-hour on-call coverage at an acute care hospital for a 13-week assignment starting 11/23/26. Responsibilities include performing a range of surgeries, providing pre-, intra-, and postoperative care, and managing emergency surgical cases, consultations, and patient education. Pay is listed at $2,450–$2,700 per day.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of surgeries (e.g., appendectomies, hernia repairs, gallbladder removals, emergency surgeries, upper and lower endoscopies as applicable)

• Provide preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans

• Be on-call for emergency surgeries (trauma cases or unexpected complications)

• Provide consultations to patients and other medical professionals regarding surgical options and care plans

• Provide patient education about post-operative care and follow-up requirements

• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

• Residency training program in surgery accredited by ACGME or AOA

• Board certification in surgery by the American Board of Surgery (ABS)

• Active and unrestricted medical license in South Carolina

• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

• At least 1 year of experience providing clinical care preferred (may vary)

Benefits

• Competitive locum tenens pay

• Travel and lodging coverage

• Malpractice coverage and risk management support

• In-house credentialing and licensing support

• Dedicated application and assignment support; easy timekeeping and document management