About the job

    AI Summary

    Seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon for a locum position to independently handle a range of orthopedic trauma cases at a Level III Trauma Center. Responsibilities include elective total knee and hip replacements, with a schedule of Monday-Friday shifts and potential weekend duties. Ideal candidates possess trauma or joints fellowship experience, though not required.

    Orthopedic Surgeon

    Location: New York

    Job Description:

    • Need one locum for coverage to begin ASAP for up to 12 months.
    • Able to cover at least 2 weeks per month.
    • Ability to cover a wide range of Orthopedic Trauma cases associated with a Level III Trauma center. Secondary priority is Total Knee and Total Hip elective cases.
    • Anticipated Procedures per Week: 5-15.
    • Breakdown of Shifts: TBD based on OR block and as needed in clinic vs OR; 50/50 split estimate.
    • Schedule of Shifts: Monday-Friday, 8A-5P plus late afternoon add-ons; possible weekend rounding + patient call (not ED call of Weekend OR).
    • On call: Rotating Day coverage of ED related to trauma cases, plus possible non-ED weekend patient/floor call and/or rounding.
    • Procedures Required: Fracture & bread and butter ortho trauma, Elective Total Joint replacements.
    • Fellowship: Trauma or joints fellowship preferred but not required.
    • Provider will practice independently.
    • Mid-levels: Yes, but the locum will not be responsible for supervision.
    • Trauma: Level 3 Trauma Center.
    • EMR System: Epic.

    Professional Development:

    • Experience why Jackson and Coker has been recognized by Forbes and Staffing Industry Analysts for our commitment to service excellence.