Orthopedics Physician

Job Description
Join a dynamic hospital team as an Orthopedic Surgeon for a locum tenens assignment. This opportunity involves providing general orthopedic surgery, including 24-hour call coverage. Engage in a wide range of surgical procedures, from fracture repairs to joint replacements, in an esteemed healthcare environment. Temporary housing is provided, and all patients and procedures will be managed on a Meditech system.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Hospital
• Start Date: June 26, 7:00 AM
• Schedule: 24-hour call from June 26 to July 1
• Patient Population: Adult
• Location: Clinton, NC
• Stipends: Hospital-owned apartments provided; travel expenses capped at $500

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities

• Perform general orthopedic surgeries, including wrist, ankle, and hip fractures
• Conduct 0-3 consultations per day
• Respond to 0-2 visits in the Emergency Department for closed reductions and admissions
• Stabilize and transfer long bone trauma

Qualifications

• Active NC medical license and NC DEA with NC address
• Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery
• Provider must be vaccinated
• Must be credentialed with Medicaid/Medicare and enrolled with PECOS
• Basic and Advanced Life Support Certifications: BLS, ACLS, ABLS, ATLS, PALS

Working Hours

• June 26, 7:00 AM - July 1, 7:00 AM
• Must remain within 20 minutes of the hospital while on call

Skills

• Proficiency in Meditech electronic medical records
• Required surgical skills include arthroscopy, total joint replacement (hip, knee, shoulder), joint revision or repair, hand surgeries, tendon release/repair, and peripheral nerve surgery
• Experience in instrumentation surgeries in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions
• Expertise in percutaneous disc surgery

This role offers a unique chance to enhance your surgical experience in a professional setting while enjoying a supportive work environment.