Locums Vascular Surgery Physician

We are seeking a Board Certified Vascular Surgeon to provide locum tenens coverage in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. This opportunity offers a diverse mix of clinic, operating room, inpatient rounding, and call responsibilities while caring for our nation's Veterans.

Position Highlights

Clinic Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Operating Room Schedule: Monday–Friday

8.5-hour weekday clinical and surgical shifts

Shared call coverage required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Maximum of 1,200 call hours annually

On-call response requirements:

Available by phone within 15 minutes

On-site within 60 minutes when called in

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with vascular disorders.

Perform outpatient consultations, inpatient evaluations, and vascular surgical procedures.

Provide preoperative, operative, and postoperative patient care.

Manage patients throughout the continuum of care, including admissions and discharges.

Review daily consults and upcoming surgical cases.

Coordinate diagnostic testing and treatment plans.

Provide post-procedure follow-up and manage complications.

Consult with referring providers regarding appropriate surgical management.

Educate patients and families on treatment options and postoperative care.

Complete accurate and timely medical documentation.

Scope of Practice

Peripheral arterial disease

Carotid artery disease

Aortic and peripheral aneurysms

Venous disease

Dialysis access procedures

Endocrine surgery within scope of practice

Surgical oncology support

Peripheral vascular trauma (excluding intracranial and cardiac vascular procedures)

Qualifications

MD or DO

Board Certified in Vascular Surgery

Current unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory

Active DEA registration

National Provider Identifier (NPI)

Clear Office of Inspector General (OIG) status