Locum - Physician - Surgery - General Newport News, VA

Job Overview

# Job Opportunity – General Surgeon – Virginia

**Start Date:** August 3, 2026

**Location:** Virginia

**Compensation:** Details provided to qualified applicants

**Schedule:** 2-day assignment (August 3-4, 2026); beeper/phone call coverage included; estimated 3-4 callback hours depending on surgical cases

**Highlights:**
– Short-term locum coverage for 2 days only
– Inpatient hospital-based practice with 3-4 patients per day
– Adult patient population; general surgery skills required
– No bariatric procedures or trauma cases
– Epic EMR system
– Temporary privileges available for qualified candidates to expedite onboarding

**Requirements:**
– Board Certification in General Surgery (required)
– Active Virginia state medical license (required)
– Current ACLS certification (required)
– Clean background with no malpractice or licensure issues
– Self-Query NPDB report dated within 30 days of presentation
– Standard general surgery competencies (bariatric surgery not required)

**Why It's a Great Opportunity:**
This focused 2-day assignment offers an excellent opportunity to support a faith-based hospital with a 70+ year tradition of providing exceptional patient care. With manageable patient volumes, experienced support staff, and comprehensive travel reimbursements including airfare, lodging, and mileage, this locum position provides a streamlined experience for surgeons seeking short-term assignments. Join a mission-driven team committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality surgical care to the community.