Locums Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Physician

We are seeking a Locums Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to provide coverage with a physician-led organization in Tucson, AZ. This organization is focused on supporting high-performing surgical teams with strong clinical infrastructure, allowing physicians to focus on delivering high-quality care in a hospital-based setting.

This assignment supports a high-acuity trauma center and offers the opportunity to work alongside an experienced orthopedic trauma team in a collaborative, well-supported environment.

Assignment Details

24-hour shifts with approximately 183 shifts annually (flexible scheduling options available)

Blocked scheduling with 7-day stretches

Built-in recovery time between rotations

Mix of OR, inpatient care, and follow-up clinic responsibilities

Work alongside an additional Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

Dedicated orthopedic trauma and acute care surgery coverage model

Clinical Responsibilities

Provide operative and non-operative management of orthopedic trauma patients

Participate in trauma call coverage at a high-volume trauma center

Manage complex fracture care, including pelvic and acetabular injuries

Collaborate with trauma surgery, ICU, and emergency medicine teams

Balance surgical cases with inpatient care and outpatient follow-up

Ensure accurate and timely documentation

Requirements

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery

Completion of an Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship

Experience in high-acuity trauma care required

Strong expertise in pelvic and acetabular fracture management preferred

Active Arizona medical license (or willingness to obtain)

Extras:

Generous (above market) hourly rate

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