Orthopedics Physician

ATC West Healthcare Services is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon to provide backfill coverage for surgical services and 24-hour hospital call. This role includes managing orthopedic trauma and elective cases across all age groups, with a strong emphasis on hip fracture care, including hip nailing. There is potential for ongoing coverage beyond the initial dates. Dates / Schedule Open Coverage: April 3 (7:00 AM) April 13 (7:00 AM), with additional dates and possible ongoing needs Shift Schedule: 24-hour call (7:00 AM 7:00 AM) Call Expectations: Emergency call with callback; 2 4 hours of gratis time preferred for the 24-hour rate Job Details & Responsibilities Provide orthopedic surgical coverage and hospital call Manage orthopedic trauma , including hip fractures requiring hip nailing Perform a full spectrum of orthopedic procedures for adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients Surgical cases include: Treatment of fractures, dislocations, amputations, deformities, and bone/joint tumors Total joint replacement, revision, or repair (hip, knee, shoulder) Spinal surgery (with and without instrumentation: cervical, thoracic, lumbar) Arthroscopy Participate in emergency department and inpatient consults Document care using EPIC EMR Required Skills & Qualifications Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon Active Kentucky medical license (IMLC acceptable) Active DEA registration BLS certification Proven ability to perform hip nailing procedures (required) Experience with general surgical and non-surgical orthopedic procedures Required procedural expertise: Hip and knee replacement Hip and knee repair or revision Arthroscopy Orthopedic fellowship training (preferred) Clean background (required) COVID vaccination (preferred) NPDB Self-Query Report dated within 30 days of presentation (required)