A fulfilling opportunity awaits a locum tenens orthopedic surgeon to join an advanced medical facility for full-time locum coverage. As a key member of the team, you will provide clinical and surgical expertise in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This role offers a dynamic mix of clinical, surgical, and trauma/orthopedic call responsibilities with a flexible schedule basis for coverage needs.

Key Details
– Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
– Setting: Hospital/Outpatient Clinic
– Start Date: ASAP
– Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with 24-hour call coverage
– Patient Population: All Ages
– Location: Mason City, IA
– Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits
– Weekly direct deposit
– Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
– Supportive credentialing assistance
– Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
– Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities
– Conduct clinical consultations and perform surgical procedures in orthopedic surgery.
– Participate in trauma orthopedic calls and inpatient responsibilities, including rounding on post-op patients and ED consults.
– Perform services such as total hip, knee, and shoulder replacements, as well as a variety of other surgical procedures related to trauma injuries and fracture care.
– Engage in educational responsibilities with IM and FM residency and PA student rotations.

Qualifications
– Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery (required)
– Active IA License or Active IMLC (required)
– Availability for at least two weeks per month

Working Hours
– Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
– Includes 24-hour call coverage

Skills
– Exceptional surgical and clinical skills in orthopedic surgery
– Ability to manage trauma and perform injury-specific care
– Experience with EMR systems, specifically GE Centricity and Epic
– A collaborative mindset with a focus on supervision and working closely within a multi-disciplinary team