Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Surgery - Orthopedic in Templeton, CA

Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Orthopedic
Location: Templeton, CA
Employer: Rhino Medical
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 2 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Templeton, California Orthopedic Surgery Locum Tenens
24-Hour Call Model • Low Volume • Fracture-Focused Case Mix • Short-Term Coverage

Rhino Medical is leading the charge seeking Orthopedic Surgeons to support a short-term coverage need in Templeton, California. This is a 24-hour call-based assignment built around a low-volume, fracture-focused orthopedic service line within a community hospital setting.

This is not a high-volume elective ortho role.

This is a call-driven, trauma-focused coverage model with predictable census and strong specialty backup.

Opportunity Snapshot

• Location: Templeton, California
• Contract Type: Orthopedic Surgery Locum Tenens
• Start Date: June 2026
• Duration: Short-term (2–3 months)
• Schedule:
  • 8–10 shifts per month
  • 24-hour shifts (weekday and weekend coverage)
  • Typical block structure: 5 consecutive 24-hour shifts
• Call:
  • In-house or on-call coverage required during 24-hour shifts
• EMR: Cerner (transitioning to Epic)

Practice Environment

• Single orthopedic surgeon covering service line per day
• No APP support
• Intensivist support available
• Open ICU model
• Full specialty backup available

This is a true independent call model —best suited for surgeons comfortable managing cases without layered staffing.

Volume & Clinical Flow

• Daytime census: 10–12 patients
• Night census: 6–8 patients
• Annual surgeries: ~325

This is a low-volume, manageable call environment with predictable workflow.

Case Mix

• ~40% hip fractures
• Remaining cases include:
  • Ankle fractures
  • Wrist fractures
  • Tibia/fibula fractures

This is a bread-and-butter orthopedic trauma profile —no complex tertiary cases.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour orthopedic call coverage
• Manage ED consults and inpatient orthopedic cases
• Perform fracture care and surgical intervention as needed
• Coordinate care with hospital staff and specialty teams
• Document within Cerner EMR

What We’re Looking For

• Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon (ABA/AOBA accepted per facility)
• Active California license (or in process)

Certifications:

• ACLS, BLS required

Experience:

• Comfortable with independent call coverage
• Experience managing orthopedic trauma cases

Why Surgeons Take This Assignment

• 24-hour block scheduling with predictable structure
• Low surgical volume with manageable call demands
• Fracture-focused case mix (no complex tertiary cases)
• Independent practice environment
• Short-term commitment with defined coverage window

Why Rhino Medical

• White-glove credentialing and onboarding
• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice coverage provided
• Dedicated recruiter support

This is a focused orthopedic call opportunity—surgeons who engage early will secure preferred block scheduling.

Apply today to start a confidential conversation.

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