Surgery - General Physician

Locums - Sierra Vista, Arizona General Surgery Opportunity (IMLC Welcome)

Clinical Role

Join an established hospital in Sierra Vista, Arizona, providing general surgery call coverage during the holiday season. This locums opportunity offers in-house call coverage for assigned and unassigned patients within a collaborative, Stroke Certified, Level III Trauma Center. Providers holding an active Arizona license or those eligible through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) are encouraged to apply.

Assignment Details

Coverage Dates:

• November 26, 2026 (7:00 AM) - November 30, 2026 (7:00 AM)
• December 22, 2026 (7:00 AM) - January 4, 2027 (7:00 AM)

Coverage Requirements:

Holiday call coverage

Schedule:

24-hour in-house call coverage

Call Schedule:

• In-house call
• Assigned and unassigned patient coverage
• 30-minute call response time required
• Admissions required

Position Highlights

• Holiday locums opportunity
• IMLC providers welcome
• In-house call coverage
• Stroke Certified hospital
• Level III Trauma Center
• Cerner EMR
• Collaborative hospital environment

Clinical Details & Responsibilities

Practice Setting:

Hospital-Based

30-bed facility

Patient Population:

Adult general surgery patients

Clinical Volume:

• Approximately 5 patients seen
• Approximately 3 phone consults
• Approximately 2 admissions
• Call ratio: 5

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive general surgery call coverage
• Evaluate and manage assigned and unassigned surgical patients
• Perform emergency general surgery procedures as needed
• Complete hospital admissions
• Respond within 30 minutes when required
• Collaborate with emergency medicine, anesthesia, and hospital staff
• Document patient care using Cerner EMR

Support & Technology

Facility Details:

• 30-bed hospital
• Stroke Certified
• Level III Trauma Center

EMR System:

Cerner

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery - Required
• Active Arizona Medical License - Required
• Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) providers welcome
• Fellowship Training - Preferred
• Ability to provide hospital admissions - Required
• Ability to meet 30-minute call response time - Required

Credentialing

Please inquire for current credentialing timeline.

Organization & Team

• Established community hospital
• Stroke Certified facility
• Level III Trauma Center
• Collaborative multidisciplinary care team
• Holiday coverage supporting continuity of surgical services

About Sierra Vista, Arizona

Location & Access: Sierra Vista is located in southeastern Arizona near the Huachuca Mountains, approximately 75 miles from Tucson and just north of the U.S.-Mexico border.

Lifestyle & Community: Known for its friendly atmosphere and mild climate, Sierra Vista offers affordable living, a relaxed pace, and a welcoming community with strong military and healthcare ties.

Outdoor Recreation: Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, birdwatching, camping, golfing, and exploring nearby Coronado National Memorial, Ramsey Canyon Preserve, and the Huachuca Mountains.

Attractions: The area features historic Tombstone, Kartchner Caverns State Park, Fort Huachuca Museum, local wineries, and numerous cultural and outdoor events.

Quality of Life: Sierra Vista provides an excellent quality of life with year-round sunshine, beautiful mountain views, abundant outdoor recreation, and a lower cost of living than many larger Arizona cities.

What RecruitWell Provides

• A+ rated malpractice coverage
• Weekly direct deposit
• 24/7 dedicated recruiter support
• Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
• Prepaid travel and lodging

RecruitWell's Core Values

• Open communication
• Sense of urgency
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Driven to win
• Higher consciousness