Locums Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Physician

Job Description

Job Description

We areseeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon for a locums opportunity within a high-performing Orthopedic Trauma Program ata busy LevelII Trauma Center in San Jose, California. The program manages approximately 600orthopedic trauma cases annually , providing an opportunity tocare for a diverse and high-acuity trauma population.

Compensation : $4500 Per Shift

Position Highlights

• Trauma Level: II
• Approximately 600 orthopedic trauma cases annually
• Inpatient surgical care and outpatient orthopedic trauma follow-up
• High-acuity, multidisciplinary practice environment

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical care for orthopedic trauma patients
• Perform orthopedic trauma consultations and surgical interventions
• Participate in inpatient rounding and postoperative care
• Provide outpatient orthopedic trauma follow-up
• Collaborate with trauma, emergency medicine, and other surgical teams
• Participate in quality improvement and program development

Requirements

• MD or DO
• Completion of an Orthopedic Surgery Residency
• Fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma required
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Active California medical license or eligibility for licensure

Extras :

• Generous (above market) hourly rate per 24 hour shift
• 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