Surgery - General Physician

Location:
Dothan, AL

Dothan is a vibrant city in southeastern Alabama known as the 'Peanut Capital of the World' and offers an excellent quality of life with affordable living costs, beautiful parks, and a strong sense of community. The area provides easy access to both Montgomery and the Gulf Coast, making it an ideal location for physicians seeking small-town charm with big-city amenities nearby.

Facility:
This 200-bed acute care facility serves as a major healthcare provider for the Wiregrass region, offering comprehensive medical services with strong surgical programs. The hospital maintains Level 3 trauma designation and provides excellent support for surgical specialists with modern equipment and dedicated staff.

Opportunity:
Physician - Surgery - General

Job Details:
Provide comprehensive general surgery services with approximately 20 patient encounters per shift
Must be board certified or board certification eligible in General Surgery
Handle adult general surgery cases with trauma capabilities (Level 3 trauma center)
Perform extensive laparoscopic procedures including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernioplasty, and Nissen fundoplication
Conduct chest wall and pleural procedures along with chest tube insertion
Manage vascular surgery including vascular access devices and related procedures
Perform central line insertion and emergency surgical interventions
Pediatric general surgery experience preferred but not required
GI endoscopy skills including upper and lower procedures preferred
Must maintain active Alabama medical license or IMLC qualification
ACLS and BLS certifications required
Credentialing timeframe approximately 30 days
PA catheter placement and laser certification preferred
Call coverage responsibilities as part of surgical team

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

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