Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Surgery - Orthopedic - $2,490 per day in Kearney, NE

Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Orthopedic
Location: Kearney, NE
Employer: WhiteCoat Locums
Pay: $2,490 per day
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Orthopedic Surgery Physician - Locum Tenens - Kearney, NE

Position Overview


Seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon for a locum tenens opportunity in Kearney, Nebraska, providing 24-hour orthopedic trauma call coverage at a Level II Trauma Center.


The physician will manage orthopedic emergencies, provide fracture care, and perform surgical procedures as needed. This assignment involves inpatient and emergency department coverage only, with no outpatient clinic responsibilities.


Coverage is needed December 23, 2026, through January 3, 2027. Partial availability will be considered.

Assignment Details

• Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
• Provider Type: Physician
• Location: Kearney, NE
• Coverage Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Inpatient / Emergency Department
• Trauma Level: Level II
• Coverage Reason: Orthopedic Call Schedule Shortage
• EMR: Epic
• Call: 24-Hour Orthopedic Trauma Coverage
• Outpatient Clinic: None

• Coverage Dates: December 23, 2026 - January 3, 2027
• Call Hours: 7:00 AM-7:00 AM
• Coverage Type: 24/7 Orthopedic Call
• Partial Availability: Accepted
• Average Weekday Call Back: 6.5 Hours
• Average Weekend Call Back: 10.5 Hours
• Office Hours: None
• Multiple Providers: May Be Used to Complete Coverage

• Average Patient Volume: 1-2 Patients Per Day
• Emergency Department Orthopedic Patients
• Inpatient Orthopedic Trauma Patients
• Patients With Fractures and Acute Musculoskeletal Injuries
• Patients Requiring Urgent Orthopedic Surgery

• Provide 24-Hour Orthopedic Trauma Call Coverage
• Evaluate and Manage Level II Trauma Cases
• Respond to Emergency Department Consultations
• Diagnose and Treat Fractures and Orthopedic Injuries
• Provide General Orthopedic Care
• Perform Surgical Procedures as Clinically Indicated
• Develop Individualized Treatment Plans
• Collaborate With Emergency Department and OR Staff
• Coordinate Patient Management With Hospitalists
• Provide Inpatient Orthopedic Consultations
• Respond to Call Back Requests as Needed
• Maintain Accurate Documentation in Epic

• General Orthopedic Surgery
• Orthopedic Trauma Management
• Fracture Evaluation and Treatment
• Emergency Orthopedic Consultation
• Acute Musculoskeletal Injury Management
• Orthopedic Surgical Procedures
• Inpatient Orthopedic Care
• Level II Trauma Call Coverage
• Emergency Surgical Decision-Making

• Level II Trauma Center
• Inpatient and Emergency Department Setting
• Emergency Department and OR Staff Available
• Hospitalists Responsible for Admissions
• Epic EMR
• No Outpatient Clinic Responsibilities

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery - Required
• Completed Orthopedic Surgery Residency - Required
• At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Orthopedic Surgery - Required
• Active Nebraska Medical License - Highly Preferred
• IMLC Eligibility - Required if Not Nebraska Licensed
• DEA Registration - Required
• ATLS Certification - Highly Preferred
• Experience Managing Orthopedic Trauma and Fractures
• Ability to Perform General Orthopedic Procedures
• Experience With Emergency and Inpatient Orthopedic Care
• Ability to Provide 24-Hour Call Coverage
• Clean Malpractice History - Highly Preferred
• Availability for Requested Dates - Required

• Updated Curriculum Vitae
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility Documentation
• Orthopedic Surgery Residency Documentation
• Nebraska Medical License or IMLC Documentation
• DEA Registration
• ATLS Certification, if Available
• Recent Orthopedic Surgical Case Logs - Required
• Orthopedic Trauma and Fracture Care Experience
• Malpractice History and Applicable Disclosures
• Confirmation of Available Coverage Dates
• Confirmation of 24-Hour Call Availability

• Estimated Timeframe: 30-60 Days
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility Required
• Orthopedic Surgery Residency Required
• Nebraska License Highly Preferred
• IMLC Eligibility Accepted
• DEA Registration Required
• Surgical Case Logs Required Before Interview or Offer
• Malpractice History Subject to Review

• Submission Deadline: November 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST
• Partial Coverage Will Be Considered
• No Outpatient Clinic Responsibilities