Explore locum tenens surgery jobs
At Weatherby Healthcare, we connect surgeons with locum tenens surgery jobs across a wide range of specialties, geographies, and practice settings. Whether you’re interested in short-term coverage, ongoing assignments, or part-time surgeon jobs, our team is here to connect you with opportunities that align with your goals.
With dedicated support for licensing, credentialing, travel, and housing, we make it easier to step into traveling surgeon jobs with confidence so you can stay focused on delivering high-quality patient care.
Locum tenens surgeon jobs: Greater work-life balance and schedule flexibility
Surgery is a demanding field, but your schedule doesn’t have to be. Locum tenens offers the flexibility to build a career that works for your life, not the other way around.
Whether you’re exploring traveling surgeon jobs, taking time to reset between roles, transitioning to retirement, or looking for part-time opportunities, locum tenens lets you tailor your workload and environment to fit your needs.
With locums, you can:
Take control of your schedule and avoid burnout
Choose assignments that match your clinical interests
Explore new locations and practice settings
Supplement your income or scale back as needed
Focus more on patient care and less on administrative burdens
From general surgery locum tenens jobs to highly specialized roles like orthopedic surgery locum tenens jobs, locum tenens gives you the freedom to practice on your terms.
Why should you work with a staffing agency to find general surgery locum tenens jobs?
Partnering with a staffing agency simplifies the process of finding and managing locum tenens assignments. At Weatherby, we handle the logistics so you can stay focused on your patients.
When you work with us, you gain access to:
Dedicated consultants who understand your specialty and career goals
Licensing and credentialing support, with fees covered
Comprehensive malpractice insurance, including tail coverage
Travel and housing coordination for every assignment
24/7 support throughout your assignment
Our team has deep experience placing surgeons in a wide range of roles, from general surgery locum tenens jobs to subspecialty positions nationwide.
How Weatherby matches surgeons with job opportunities
We take a personalized approach to matching you with the right locum tenens surgeon jobs.
Your recruiter will take the time to understand your clinical background and surgical specialty, as well as your preferred schedule, availability, ideal practice setting, and location. They’ll also consider your long-term career goals to ensure each assignment helps get you where you want to go.
From there, we identify roles that align with your preferences, whether that’s locum tenens general surgery jobs, orthopedic surgery locum tenens jobs, or traveling surgeon jobs in high-demand areas.
Our recruiters undergo extensive training and build long-standing relationships with healthcare facilities nationwide, allowing us to connect you with opportunities that are a strong fit both clinically and professionally.
Support provided by Weatherby during the job search process
We support you at every stage of your locum tenens journey to make the process as seamless as possible.
Our team will:
Identify and present opportunities that match your goals
Manage contract negotiation on your behalf
Coordinate licensing and credentialing requirements
Arrange travel, housing, and transportation
Provide malpractice coverage for every assignment
Offer ongoing support before, during, and after your assignment
From your first conversation to your final day on assignment, we’re here to ensure a smooth experience.
Costs of working with Weatherby
Weatherby’s services are completely free; there is no cost to you.
We cover everything from dedicated recruiter support to licensing and credentialing assistance, travel and housing coordination, and comprehensive malpractice insurance. You get full access to our resources and expertise without any financial commitment.
Benefits of working with Weatherby to find surgeon locum jobs
Working with Weatherby means you’re not navigating the locum tenens landscape alone. From identifying the right opportunities to handling licensing, travel, and logistics, our team supports you every step of the way—so you can stay focused on your practice while finding assignments that fit your needs.
Comprehensive benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a 401(k) with company match
Peace of mind
Full malpractice insurance with tail coverage and workers’ compensation
Travel covered
Flights, rental cars, mileage reimbursement, and housing are covered
Dedicated support
Our teams help with credentialing, paperwork, and logistics
People-first approach
We deliver personalized service built around your needs and goals
Flexible opportunities
Choose from locum tenens surgeon jobs, part-time surgeon jobs, or traveling surgeon jobs that fit your schedule and needs
What surgeons are saying about working with Weatherby
“Locum agencies take care of everything, including travel, lodging, transportation, and, perhaps most importantly, malpractice insurance. If I miss a flight, the agency will put me on the next one. I never have to worry about hotel vacancy or proximity. And I don’t have to purchase my own malpractice, which is extremely expensive and cumbersome to maintain. When you’re headed into a foreign environment to work among people you haven’t met before in a system you’re unfamiliar with, having the all-inclusive care of the locum agency puts you at ease.”
– Dr. Nicholas Kusnezov, orthopedic surgeon
“I wanted to have more flexibility in my life, and I realized that locums was a really legitimate career path. I don’t think it was my recruiter who convinced me to do locums, but she convinced me I wanted to do locums with Weatherby. Once I met her, it was easy for me to say yes to Weatherby"
“One thing physicians are committed to is lifelong learning. Going to new places, you meet people, you see different points of view, and you learn different things. It’s made me a better surgeon. Locum tenens has made medicine exciting again.”
Dr. Demetri Poulis, general surgeon
Weatherby is Joint Commission-certified and a member of NALTO
Weatherby Healthcare is committed to maintaining the highest standards in healthcare staffing.
Our Joint Commission certification reflects our dedication to quality and patient safety. We are also a proud member of the National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations (NALTO), the only professional association dedicated exclusively to locum tenens staffing. NALTO members adhere to a strict code of ethics and industry best practices.
Your FAQ about surgery
A locum tenens surgeon is a physician who takes on temporary assignments to fill staffing gaps at healthcare facilities. These roles can range from short-term coverage to longer-term placements and are available across specialties, including general surgery locum tenens jobs and orthopedic surgery locum tenens jobs.
With locum tenens surgery jobs, you work as a temporary provider at hospitals, surgical centers, or clinics to fill coverage gaps or support patient demand. Assignments can range from short-term needs, such as vacation or leave coverage, to longer-term placements where additional surgical expertise is needed. Assignments are coordinated through a staffing agency like Weatherby, which handles logistics such as licensing, credentialing, travel, and housing.
Surgeons choose locum tenens for a variety of reasons, including:
Greater schedule flexibility
Higher earning potential
Improved work-life balance
Reduced administrative responsibilities
Opportunities to travel and explore new practice settings
Whether you’re seeking part-time surgeon jobs or full-time flexibility, locum tenens offers a customizable career path.
Licensing requirements vary by state, but Weatherby helps manage the entire process. Our team assists with obtaining new licenses and navigating credentialing requirements, making it easier to pursue traveling surgeon jobs across multiple states.
Getting started with a locum tenens surgeon job is straightforward, especially with the right support in place. While details can vary slightly by assignment, the process generally follows a few key steps:
Connecting with a recruiter
Reviewing and selecting assignments
Completing credentialing and licensing
Finalizing travel and housing
Beginning your assignment with ongoing support
Assignments can vary widely in length from a few days to several months. Some surgeons accept back-to-back assignments, while others prefer occasional or part-time surgeon jobs.
Yes. Weatherby provides comprehensive malpractice insurance, including tail coverage, for all locum tenens surgeon jobs.
Compensation for locum tenens surgeon jobs varies based on factors like specialty, location, and assignment demand. In general, many locum surgeons earn between $200 and $475 per hour.
In addition to hourly pay, locum tenens roles often include covered travel, housing, and malpractice insurance, further increasing overall earning potential. This combination of competitive compensation and reduced overhead is one of the key reasons surgeons explore locum tenens work.
Learn more about locum tenens
If you’re curious about locum tenens or considering a locum assignment, explore these guides and tips to get started:
3 reasons why locum tenens makes sense for general surgeons
How does locums work for orthopedic surgery?
Best of all, it’s free—so you have nothing to lose
Our healthcare staffing services cost you nothing and require no commitment. Try it out and experience the benefits of locum tenens surgeon jobs for yourself.
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