Physician - General Surgery

Opportunity:

Physician - Surgery - Surgical Critical Care

Job Details:

• Provide 24/7 acute care surgery coverage with each shift lasting 24 hours
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• Manage on-call responsibilities with response time under 30 minutes; in-house coverage during the day and trauma by beeper at night
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• Handle ED consults, urgent OR demands, and full trauma call coverage
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• Manage a census of 30+ patients per day including acute care surgical cases
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• ATLS certification required
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• Board certification required (minimum board certification eligible)
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• Fellowship required
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• Level 3 trauma facility
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• Required surgical skills include: general surgery (adult and trauma), laparoscopic procedures (appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernioplasty, Nissen fundoplication), liver surgery, chest tube insertion, central line insertion, and sigmoidoscopy
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• Preferred skills include: pediatric surgery, chest wall/pleural procedures, GI endoscopy (upper and lower), and colonoscopy

Facility:

This facility is a full-service acute care hospital offering a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services to the surrounding region. The facility operates a dedicated trauma program and provides 24/7 surgical coverage to meet the needs of its community. With a high-volume surgical environment and a strong emphasis on acute care and trauma services, this organization is well-equipped to support complex surgical cases and critical patient needs.

Location:

Fort Smith, AR

Fort Smith offers a rich blend of history and culture as one of Arkansas's largest cities, situated along the scenic Arkansas River with easy access to outdoor recreation including hiking, fishing, and boating. The area boasts a low cost of living, a welcoming community, and a growing healthcare landscape, making it an attractive destination for medical professionals seeking both professional fulfillment and quality of life.