Pediatric Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Utah

Job description

About the facility

This facility operates as a Level 1-3 trauma center providing high-acuity pediatric surgical services. The hospital maintains a busy surgical practice with comprehensive emergency and surgical capabilities dedicated to pediatric care.

About the facility location

This area features notable national parks including Bryce Canyon and Arches, alongside scenic drives that showcase the region's natural landscapes. Visitors can explore wildlife refuges, historic sites, and ghost towns, with opportunities for hiking and nature tours throughout the diverse terrain. The region offers a combination of outdoor recreation, film tourism locations, and heritage sites that highlight the area's cowboy culture and natural beauty.

About the clinician's workday

The physician associate will provide comprehensive pediatric surgical coverage through day and night shift responsibilities managing 7-10 patients per day. The position involves responding to Level 1-3 trauma activations and performing pediatric surgical procedures in both inpatient and operating room settings. Board certification is required for this role. The clinician will work collaboratively to ensure continuous coverage for all pediatric surgical cases during assigned shifts.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 7-10 PPD
• Support staff: NP/PA
• Patient population: Peds
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: No

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