Locum Physician (MD/DO) - General Practice in Wilmington, NC

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Wilmington
Posted on: March 15, 2026

Job Description:

Doctor of Medicine | General Practice Location: Wilmington, NC Employer: GHR Healthcare Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Days - 4 days x 10 hours Contract Duration: 101 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist – Supervision-Only | Wilmington, NC (28401) Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist (Supervision-Only) – Wilmington, NC (28401). Board-certified MD/DO; North Carolina medical license required. Step into a rewarding locum tenens anesthesiologist opportunity in Wilmington, North Carolina, a coastal city known for its historic downtown, riverfront and nearby beaches. This supervising anesthesiologist role focuses on CRNA oversight across a broad perioperative case mix including general, cardiac, orthopedics, OB and pediatric anesthesia. Job Details Position Type: Locum tenens anesthesiologist / supervising anesthesiologist (travel/contract) Location: On-site in Wilmington, NC 28401 (New Hanover County, Coastal North Carolina) Start Date: January 21, 2026 End Date: December 31, 2027 Assignment Duration: 13-week minimum assignment (potential for extension) Estimated Weekly Pay Range: $9,261 – $10,290 Completion Bonus: $20,000 (must start by 4/1/26 and complete 13 consecutive weeks and 520 hours) Schedule: Monday–Friday, Day Shift (7:00am–3:00pm or 7:00am–5:00pm) Shifts per Week / Hours: 4 shifts per week; 36 hours/week (10-hour days; 8-hour shifts available as needed) Call: No in-house or pager call required EMR: Epic (experience with Epic preferred) Privileging Timeframe: Approximately 120 days Coverage Model: MDs supervise CRNAs; MDs do not perform their own cases (supervision-only) Case Mix: General, Cardiac, Orthopedics, OB, Pediatrics — OR anesthesia and perioperative services Cross-Credentialing/Float: Required at Scott's Hill Outpatient Surgery Center, New Hanover Orthopedic Hospital, and Pender Medical Center Openings: 2 locum tenens anesthesiologist positions Highlights / Why Apply Competitive weekly pay and a $20,000 completion bonus for eligible candidates No in-house or pager call — work-life balance for locum anesthesiologist roles Opportunity to supervise CRNAs within a collaborative perioperative team Experience with Epic EMR and cross-credentialing across affiliated facilities Live and work in Wilmington, NC — coastal living with cultural and outdoor amenities Requirements / Qualifications Education: M.D. or D.O. from an accredited medical school Training: Completion of an accredited anesthesia residency Board Certification or Fellowship: Required (Board-certified in Anesthesiology) Experience: Supervisory experience with CRNAs preferred Licensure: Active, unrestricted North Carolina physician license required (candidates must already hold NC license) Clinical Skills: Strong perioperative judgment, excellent communication, and timely Epic documentation Flexibility: Willingness to float and provide coverage at affiliated facilities as needed Responsibilities Provide supervision-only anesthesiology coverage and clinical oversight for CRNAs across perioperative services and the OR Direct and coordinate anesthesia department activities to support safe, efficient OR throughput and patient care Perform pre-anesthesia assessments and assist in developing appropriate anesthetic plans for a diverse surgical case mix (general, cardiac, ortho, OB, pediatrics) Obtain and/or verify informed consent and discuss anesthetic options and risks with patients as appropriate Oversee induction, maintenance, emergence, and physiologic monitoring; intervene when clinically necessary to ensure patient safety Document care accurately and promptly in Epic per site policies; adhere to quality, safety and compliance standards Collaborate with surgeons, nursing, and perioperative leadership to maintain high-quality patient care and throughput Be flexible to float to affiliated facilities (Scott's Hill Outpatient Surgery Center, New Hanover Orthopedic Hospital, Pender Medical Center) as coverage needs arise Apply today to join our healthcare team and be considered for this long-term locum tenens anesthesiologist opportunity in Wilmington, NC 28401 — where professional growth meets coastal living. Qualified candidates with an active North Carolina license and relevant supervising experience are encouraged to apply now. Benefits 1099 Contract Positions do not include employee benefits. About GHR About United Anesthesia, a GHR Healthcare Company For more than 40 years, United Anesthesia has been the nation’s leading staffing partner for anesthesia professionals. As a GHR Healthcare Company, we continue to provide the trusted expertise you rely on, now supported by the expanded resources and nationwide network of a top healthcare firm. We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties, connecting them with top-tier opportunities in hospitals and surgery centers in all 50 states. We understand the unique demands of anesthesia and the broader healthcare field, and we are dedicated to providing the exceptional service and support you deserve. We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.unitedanesthesia.com. 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. 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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