Are you a highly skilled surgeon with extensive breast surgery experience? We have an exciting locum tenens opportunity for a qualified physician near Los Angeles, CA. This role offers a chance to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment while enjoying the flexibility and benefits of locum tenens work.Position Details Specialty: General Surgeon with a focus on Breast Oncology or Fellowship-Trained Breast Surgeon. Start Date: February 1, 2025. Schedule: Monday through Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) in the clinic. Operating Room schedule dependent on block availability. Beeper call after clinic hours, including potential 24-hour weekend call. Call volumes are low, with approximately one call per day. Patient Load: 12-15 patients per shift.Key Responsibilities Perform oncology-focused breast surgeries, including: Mastectomies (nipple-sparing included). Lumpectomies. Sentinel node biopsies and axillary dissections. Participation in joint oncoplastic surgeries. Manage high-risk and benign breast conditions as well as survivorship care.Qualifications Licensure: Must hold a valid California medical license. Experience: Minimum of 100 breast surgeries performed within the last two years (case logs required). Certification: Board Certification in General Surgery is required. Skills: Proficient in handling oncology-focused procedures; no requirement for cosmetic breast surgeries (e.g., reductions or augmentations).Additional Information EMR System: Epic. Credentialing timeframe: Approximately 60-90 days. No supervision of advanced practice providers or teaching responsibilities required.Benefits of This Opportunity Competitive compensation with an 8-hour guarantee. Insurance provided by the employer. Opportunity to work with a reputable healthcare team near the vibrant Los Angeles area.If this opportunity matches your skills and career goals, apply now using reference Job ID . Take the next step in your surgical career while contributing to exceptional patient care in a supportive environment!
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