Locum Tenens Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon Needed in CA

  • ID: 222701A
  • Updated September 14th, 2026

  • Job ID 222701A
  • Job Title Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Orthopedic Surgery
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Critical Access Hospital
  • Duration
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Job Description

Our client in California is actively seeking a qualified Orthopedic Surgeon for an 80-day assignment commencing Dec 7, 2026. This role requires managing a diverse caseload of trauma, broken hips, upper extremities, and total joints, with a schedule comprising clinic hours from 8 AM to 5 PM and comprehensive 24-hour call coverage.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide orthopedic surgery services, comfortable with trauma cases
  • Manage cases involving broken hips and upper extremities
  • Perform total joint procedures
  • Handle 24-hour call responsibilities


Additional Information

  • Required Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Epic
  • Call schedule includes 24-hour coverage


Benefits

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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