Surgery - General Physician

Experienced Orthopedic Surgery Physician sought for a locum tenens opportunity in Bullhead City, Arizona, providing specialized orthopedic care in a Level IV trauma setting. This physician job offers a focused 12-bed department, approximately 5-7 patient encounters per shift, and an ongoing need.

Bullhead City is a scenic destination along the Colorado River, offering year-round sunshine, desert landscapes, and convenient access to outdoor recreation. Las Vegas is accessible via the nearest major airport.

• Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
• Position Type: Locum tenens physician
• Location: Bullhead City, Arizona
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,480-$7,670
• Start Date: October 26, 2026, or as soon as credentialing is complete
• Contract Duration: Approximately 13 weeks with an ongoing need
• Practice Setting: Level IV trauma setting with a 12-bed orthopedic department
• Patient Volume: Approximately 5-7 patient encounters per shift
• Schedule: Shift details to be confirmed
• Credentialing: Estimated timeframe of 5-7 days

• At least 1 year of orthopedic surgery experience
• Board certification or board eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery; board certification is required by the practice setting
• Active Arizona medical license
• Current DEA registration
• NPDB report and case logs dated at least 2 years old
• Clinical expertise in arthroscopy, total joint replacement, and joint revision or repair
• Experience with hip, knee, shoulder, and other applicable joint procedures
• Additional experience in hand surgery, tendon repair, peripheral nerve surgery, spinal procedures, or percutaneous disc surgery is preferred

• Evaluate and treat patients with a broad range of orthopedic conditions
• Perform arthroscopic procedures and total joint replacements, including hip, knee, and other joint replacements
• Perform joint revisions and repairs involving the shoulder, hip, knee, and other joints
• Provide surgical consultation, preoperative evaluation, postoperative management, and follow-up care
• Maintain accurate medical records, procedure documentation, and case logs
• Collaborate with the clinical team to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care

Apply now to explore this Orthopedic Surgery locum tenens opportunity in Bullhead City, Arizona.

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