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Orthopaedic Surgeon

Location: Sebring, Florida

Are you an experienced Orthopaedic Surgeon looking for a rewarding locum tenens opportunity? A healthcare facility near Sebring, Florida, is seeking a board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide essential care in a supportive and well-equipped environment.

Job Description:

• Start Date: January 6, 2025
• Duration: Ongoing
• Schedule:
  • Clinical hours plus call coverage
  • Includes holiday coverage for major U.S. holidays
• Patient Load:
  • 35 patients per shift
  • 1020 beds in the department
  • Assigned patient rounding

Practice Details:

• Setting: Inpatient only
• Call Details:
  • Call response time: 15 minutes
  • Phone consults: Approximately 2 per day
  • Call-back rate: 60%
• Specialty Skills Required:
  • Arthroscopy
  • Total joint replacement (hip and knee)
  • Joint revision and repair
  • Shoulder, hand, and tendon release/repair procedures
  • Spine procedures (cervical, thoracic, lumbar)

Qualifications:

• Board Certification: Required in Orthopaedic Surgery
• Fellowship training preferred but not mandatory
• Active medical license for Florida
• Minimum 30-day credentialing timeframe

Support and Resources:

• Strong support staff, including registered nurses, medical assistants, and advanced practice providers
• EMR systems: Cerner and Athena

Additional Information:

• Travel and lodging covered by the vendor
• No requirement to supervise residents or teaching responsibilities
• Trauma and pediatrics levels: N/A

This opportunity offers a chance to provide high-quality patient care while enjoying the flexibility and benefits of locum tenens work in a beautiful Florida location.