Job Description
Locum Tenens Vascular Surgeon Needed: Bridge the Gap in Patient Care near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania (j-232162) Are you a board-certified vascular surgeon seeking a dynamic locum tenens opportunity to provide essential call coverage in a growing community near Halifax, Pennsylvania? We’re actively searching for a skilled and experienced physician to join our team and ensure high-quality vascular care for our patients during a temporary vacancy. This is a fantastic chance to make a real difference in a supportive environment and explore the beauty of Central Pennsylvania. What this Long-Term Opportunity Offers: Meaningful Impact: Make a lasting contribution by filling a medical leave vacancy until January 31st, 2025. Flexible Schedule Focus: Maintain schedule flexibility with a focus on call coverage, ensuring timely access to vascular expertise for our admitted patients. Major holidays are observed, including New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Seamless Technology: Leverage your familiarity with Epic, the EMR system used at the facility. Supportive Environment: Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to patient care. Key Responsibilities: Be available by phone to address the needs of patients requiring vascular care after regular clinic hours and on weekends. Evaluate the need for in-person evaluation or intervention through effective phone triage. Provide timely and appropriate telephone consultations or arrange for patients to be seen in person if necessary. Work collaboratively with the on-site healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care during rounding and call coverage. Manage patient admissions as needed (temporary privileges not available). Maintain accurate and detailed medical records within the Epic EMR system (credentialing permitting). Qualifications for Success: Current board certification in Vascular Surgery is mandatory. Fellowship training in vascular surgery is preferred. Valid medical license in the state of Pennsylvania to practice medicine without restrictions. Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and ATLS to demonstrate your commitment to patient safety. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and colleagues. The ability to make sound clinical decisions under time pressure is essential. This is a remarkable opportunity for a motivated and experienced vascular surgeon to contribute to patient care in a growing Pennsylvania community. If you’re passionate about vascular surgery, enjoy a flexible call schedule, and want to experience the beauty of Central Pennsylvania, we encourage you to submit your CV today! Please note: Due to the ongoing nature of the need, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. While credentialing can take 90-120 days, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Don’t miss this chance to join our team – we look forward to hearing from you!