General Surgery Locum Opportunity in New Mexico

Location: New Mexico

Specialty: General Surgery / Trauma Surgery

Start Date: Friday, August 28, 2026 (7:00 AM)

End Date: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 (7:00 AM)

Coverage Type: 24-Hour Emergency & Inpatient Call Only (No Clinic)

Credentialing Timeframe: 24-Hour Expedited Privileging (Emergency privileges available)

??Position Highlights & Requirements

We are seeking a General Surgeon for immediate call coverage at a Level 3 Trauma facility in New Mexico. Expedited emergency privileges can be issued within 1 day for qualified candidates with active state credentials.

• Licensure & Registrations: Active New Mexico (NM) State Medical License, active NM Controlled Substance registration, and active DEA required.
• Certifications: General Surgery, active ACLS, ATLS, and BLS.
• EHR System: Cerner.
• Work-Life Balance: 100% emergency/trauma call and inpatient hospital coverage with zero outpatient clinic responsibilities.

Clinical Scope & Facility Details

• Facility Level: Certified Level 3 Trauma Center.
• Duties: ER trauma call, acute general surgery consults, emergency surgical procedures, and inpatient floor/ICU rounding.
• Shift Breakdown: Continuous 24-hour call coverage from Friday, Aug 28 at 7:00 AM through Wednesday, Sept 2 at 7:00 AM.