Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Locums in South Dakota

Job Description

Job Description

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Locum Tenens Opportunity Position Overview

Palm Health is actively seeking a Board-Certified, fellowship-trained Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon for ongoing locum tenens coverage at a Level II Trauma Center in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment. This role focuses on orthopedic trauma surgery with a strong emphasis on emergency and inpatient fracture care, including complex trauma cases.

This is a long-term, ongoing need with flexible monthly scheduling and strong surgical support.

• 24-hour orthopedic trauma call coverage (in-house supported, 7a7a shifts)
• Management of all orthopedic trauma and emergency cases
• Surgical treatment of complex fractures, including pelvis and acetabulum
• Bread-and-butter hand trauma coverage
• Inpatient consults and operative trauma management
• Combination of call coverage and clinic responsibilities as needed
• Collaboration with advanced practice providers available 24/7

• 24-hour call shifts (7:00 AM 7:00 AM)
• Ongoing coverage need
• Approximately 27+ shifts per month depending on availability

• Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery (required)
• Fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery (required)
• Active state medical license (or willingness to obtain)
• DEA and CSR (as required by assignment state)
• Clean malpractice history required (no exceptions)
• Candidates must have clean credentialing files to qualify for temp/emergency privileges

• Estimated timeframe: 6090 days

Palm Health Resources is a national healthcare staffing and recruitment firm specializing in locum tenens and permanent placement across multiple specialties. We partner with hospitals and health systems nationwide to provide high-quality physicians and advanced practice providers to meet critical staffing needs.