General Surgery Physician Opportunity, Per Diem

heywood· Physician/Provider
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📍 Gardner, MA, USOTHER

About this role

Overview

Heywood Hospital | Gardner, Massachusetts

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Heywood Hospital is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible General Surgeon to provide per diem/locum weekday call coverage. This flexible opportunity is ideal for surgeons looking to supplement their practice while supporting a collaborative, community-focused surgical team.

Position Highlights

  • Per diem/locum opportunity
  • Weekday call coverage
  • Supportive and experienced surgical team
  • Well-established community hospital 
  • Competitive daily and call compensation
  • Flexible scheduling based on availability
  • Efficient OR staff and strong anesthesia support

Responsibilities

  • Provide weekday general surgery call coverage
  • Evaluate and manage emergency surgical consults
  • Perform emergency and urgent surgical procedures as clinically indicated
  • Collaborate with Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, and specialty providers
  • Ensure timely documentation and continuity of patient care

Qualifications

  • MD or DO degree
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery
  • Eligible for Massachusetts medical licensure
  • DEA certification
  • Excellent clinical judgment and communication skills
  • Experience in community hospital practice preferred

About Heywood Healthcare

Heywood Healthcare is an independent community health system serving North Central Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire. Our system includes Heywood Hospital, Athol Hospital, Heywood Medical Group, and a network of primary and specialty care practices dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

 

If you're looking for a flexible opportunity to provide high-quality surgical care while enjoying a supportive practice environment, we'd love to hear from you.

 

To learn more or express interest, please contact:

 

Amanda LaFalamDirector of Provider Recruitment & RelationsHeywood HealthcareEmail: [email protected]Phone: 617-275-1545

 

Disclaimer

We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices. The salary range for this position reflects our good-faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. We regularly review our compensation structures to ensure fairness and consistency across our organization.

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Where is the General Surgery Physician Opportunity, Per Diem position at heywood located?
This General Surgery Physician Opportunity, Per Diem role at heywood is based in Gardner, MA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the General Surgery Physician Opportunity, Per Diem role at heywood full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a General Surgery Physician Opportunity, Per Diem role in the Physician/Provider department at heywood.
Which team or department does the General Surgery Physician Opportunity, Per Diem at heywood belong to?
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When was the General Surgery Physician Opportunity, Per Diem job at heywood posted?
This General Surgery Physician Opportunity, Per Diem position at heywood was posted on Jul 15, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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