
Surgery (General) | Physician
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Wilson, NC
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Physician
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $160
- Weekly
- $6,390
- Yearly (full-time)
- $332,280
This job pays about $160/hour — 28% above the median for Physician jobs in North Carolina ($125/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Physician jobs in North Carolina right now
- 102 open Physician jobs in North Carolina from 4 agencies, 5 of them in Wilson.
- Pay in these listings: $148 – $226/hour, median $176/hour.
- Typical Physician pay in North Carolina: $125/hour ($260,333/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: GHR Healthcare ($177/hour across 12 jobs).
Job description
Locum Tenens General Surgeon – Wilson, North Carolina
Board-certified General Surgeon needed for an on-site locum tenens physician opportunity in Wilson, NC, with competitive pay and four 24-hour coverage shifts.
We are seeking a board-certified General Surgeon for a temporary General Surgery assignment in Wilson, North Carolina. This critical coverage need includes four 24-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., with potential for additional locum tenens coverage through late December 2026. Wilson is a welcoming Eastern North Carolina community with convenient access to Raleigh-Durham and many nearby lodging options.
Locum Tenens General Surgery Job Details
- Specialty: General Surgery
- Location: Wilson, North Carolina
- Coverage Dates: November 26–30, 2026
- Schedule: Four 24-hour shifts, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.
- Setting: On-site surgical coverage
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $6,390–$7,570
- Credentialing: Approximately 3–4 days
- Travel Logistics: Raleigh-Durham International Airport is the closest major airport; local hotel options are available
General Surgeon Job Requirements
- At least 1 year of clinical experience in General Surgery
- Active North Carolina physician license
- Board certification in General Surgery
- Clean professional history
- Current ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS, and PALS certifications
- Proficiency with adult General Surgery and laparoscopic procedures
- Experience with appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernioplasty, breast surgery, minor orthopedic procedures, vascular surgery, vascular access devices, and chest tube insertion
- Ability to provide drive-in coverage is preferred
- GI capabilities, including upper or lower endoscopy, are highly preferred
- Pediatric surgery, trauma, head and neck surgery, central line insertion, and plastic or hand surgery experience are preferred
Locum Tenens General Surgery Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive General Surgery coverage during scheduled 24-hour shifts
- Evaluate and manage adult surgical patients in accordance with established clinical standards
- Perform required laparoscopic procedures, including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and hernioplasty
- Perform breast, vascular, minor orthopedic, and other indicated surgical procedures
- Perform chest tube insertion and vascular access device procedures as clinically indicated
- Respond to urgent and emergent surgical needs during assigned coverage
- Complete timely clinical documentation and provide required notes for overtime or callback activity
Apply now for this General Surgeon locum tenens opportunity in Wilson, North Carolina, and join a team providing essential surgical coverage in Eastern North Carolina.
Benefits
GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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