Description

Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Orthopedic
Location: Idaho
Employer: AAS Locum Tenens
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

A healthcare facility in Twin Falls is seeking a Locums General Orthopedic Surgery Physician to provide coverage at a Level III Trauma Center. This position offers the opportunity to manage acute orthopedic trauma cases while working with a collaborative surgical and emergency medicine team.

The General Orthopedic Surgeon will evaluate and manage patients with acute musculoskeletal injuries in both inpatient and emergency settings. The physician will perform operative and non-operative treatments while working closely with emergency medicine physicians, hospitalists, and surgical support teams.

Compensation: $4050 Per Shift

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with traumatic orthopedic injuries in a Level III trauma center

• Perform operative and non-operative fracture management and related orthopedic procedures

• Provide consultations for emergency department and inpatient cases

• Participate in trauma call coverage as part of the orthopedic team

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including emergency medicine, trauma surgeons, and advanced practice providers

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure high standards of patient safety and quality care

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery

• Fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma preferred

• Eligible for Idaho medical licensure

• Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex trauma cases

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Generous (above market) hourly rate

• All travel arrangements provided and booked by the group, on top of the per shift rate

• Med-mal and tail insurance covered

• Personal locums consultant to manage credentialing and scheduling shifts