Orthopedic Surgeon

Shift Schedule: Mon – Fri, 8a – 5p (Clinic) + 24-Hour Call Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered Patient Demographics: Hub hospital serving 16 counties, population 200,000+ Average Daily Volume: 160 patients/day Admissions: Yes Rounding: Included Case Mix: Orthopedic surgery, joint replacement, trauma, sports medicine JOB OVERVIEW Profession: Physician Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery Job Type: Locum Tenens Location: Mason City, Iowa Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient Coverage Type: Clinical + Call Coverage Period: Jun 23, 2026 – Ongoing Shift Schedule: Mon – Fri, 8a – 5p (Clinic) + 24-Hour Call Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered COVERAGE DATES Dec 23 (7a) - Dec 28 (7a) PATIENT INFORMATION Patient Demographics: Hub hospital serving 16 counties, population 200,000+ Average Daily Volume: 160 patients/day Admissions: Yes Rounding: Included Case Mix: Orthopedic surgery, joint replacement, trauma, sports medicine FACILITY INFORMATION Trauma Level: Level 3 EMR System: Epic Support Staff Available: RNs, Cast Techs, Reception, Surgery Schedulers, APPs (7 APPs) PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Hospital Privileges Required: Yes REQUIRED PROCEDURES Total hip, knee, and shoulder replacement Hand, wrist, knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, and foot surgical procedures Trauma injuries, fracture care, sports medicine, and other disorders JOB REQUIREMENTS Board: Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery Licenses: Active Iowa license or Universal License (IMLC) Other Qualifications: Clean malpractice and background; Must be available for December 23-28 coverage Duties & Responsibilities Provide inpatient rounding on post‑op patients, inpatient and ED consults, and OR procedures Perform clinical and surgical duties including total joint replacements, hand, wrist, knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, and foot surgeries Manage trauma and orthopedic call coverage (24‑hour call) Supervise advanced practice providers (APPs) Conduct follow‑up clinic visits for post‑operative patients #J-18808-Ljbffr