Surgery - Trauma Physician

Location:
Richland, WA

Richland, Washington is a vibrant city situated along the Columbia River in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, offering stunning natural scenery and a high quality of life. The area boasts an abundance of outdoor recreational activities, award-winning wineries, and easy access to major metropolitan amenities, making it an exceptional place to live and work.

Facility:
This is a Level 2 trauma center providing comprehensive surgical and trauma services to the surrounding region. The facility offers a dynamic clinical environment with strong support for locum providers and ongoing coverage needs through Summer 2027.

Opportunity:
Physician - Surgery - Trauma

Job Details:
Provide acute care and trauma surgery coverage with approximately 15 patient encounters per shift
Night shift coverage required (7pm - 7am), 12-hour shifts
Approximately 15 shifts per month on a long-term, ongoing basis through Summer 2027
Inpatient and outpatient coverage in a clinic and hospital setting
Trauma surgeons may flex down to acute care coverage as needed
November shifts are priority; providers must be extremely responsive with paperwork to be privileged in time
Active Washington State license or IMLC required
Board certification required (BC only)
ACLS and ATLS certifications required
DEA required
Estimated credentialing timeframe of 60 days
Required surgical skills include: General Surgery (Adult and Neonate), Trauma Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery required including: Appendectomy, Cholecystectomy, and Hernioplasty
Ventilation management, chest tube insertion, central line insertion, and PA catheter placement required

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.