Surgery - Orthopedic Physician in Iowa

Job Overview

Job Opportunity – Orthopedic Surgery Physician (Locum Tenens) – Iowa

Start Date: December 23

Location: Northeast Iowa

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: Locum tenens on-call coverage only. 24-hour call shifts from December 23 at 0700 through December 28 at 0700. No clinic responsibilities. Coverage includes inpatient orthopedic call at two regional medical centers, plus phone consults from partner and allied hospitals.

Highlights:

• On-call only position with no clinic or outpatient responsibilities
• Coverage for two facilities with combined average daily census of 10-20 patients
• Phone consultation role for regional partners; no travel to outside facilities required
• Epic Enterprise EMR system in use
• Full medical imaging, lab, and pharmacy support available
• Collaborative team of 4 physicians and 4 advanced practice providers on staff

Requirements:

• Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery (required)
• Fellowship Trained in Orthopedic Surgery (required)
• Active Iowa state medical license or active IMLC (required)
• Experienced orthopedic surgeon with trauma and general orthopedic skills
• Clean malpractice and background history
• Must be available for specific December shift coverage

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This locum tenens assignment offers an excellent opportunity for experienced orthopedic surgeons to provide critical call coverage during the holiday season in a supportive, well-resourced environment. You'll serve a diverse patient population across all ages, managing a full spectrum of orthopedic conditions including trauma, spine, and extremity cases. The role provides a streamlined focus on inpatient and emergency consultative care, allowing you to make a meaningful impact without clinic demands.