Orthopedics Physician

JOB OVERVIEW
Job Id: H-MD-133313

Profession: Physician

Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location: Cooperstown, New York

Coverage Period: Oct 01, 2026 - Ongoing

Shift Schedule: 24-hour coverage

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

PATIENT INFORMATION
Average Daily Volume: Approximately 10 patients per week

Case Mix: Orthopedic trauma procedures

FACILITY INFORMATION
Trauma Level: Level 3

EMR System: EPIC

Support Staff Available: APP Hospitalist coverage during daytime hours, Teal Team coverage nights and weekends

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
Credentialing Timeline: ASAP

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Board: Board Eligible or Board Certified (ABOS)

Licenses: Active New York License

Experience: Orthopedic trauma experience required; trauma fellowship preferred

Other Qualifications: Level 3 call coverage experience within the last year

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide orthopedic trauma call coverage

Evaluate and treat orthopedic trauma patients in both inpatient and emergency settings

Perform operative and non-operative orthopedic trauma procedures as clinically indicated

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care

Provide 24-hour coverage with an average of 1 call-in per week