Locum Tenens Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon Needed in KY

  • ID: 209821
  • Updated September 13th, 2025
  • Job ID 209821
  • Job Title Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Orthopedic Surgery
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State KY
  • Practice Setting Hospital
  • Duration 5 Days
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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Orthopaedic Surgeon for a 5-day locum tenens assignment in Kentucky. This opportunity begins on Oct 21, 2025, and requires 24-hour call coverage, providing primary orthopedic care including trauma, joint, and fracture repairs. The assignment involves being the sole ortho doctor on call, with responsibilities for callbacks, rounding, consults, and follow-ups. Experience with Meditech EHR is required, and candidates must hold current board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery as well as ACLS and ATLS certifications.


Job Details

  • Location: Kentucky
  • Start Date: Oct 21, 2025
  • LOA: 5 days
  • Provider Type Needed: Orthopaedic Surgeon
  • Schedule: 24-hour call coverage (7am-7am), Oct 21, 2025 through Oct 26, 2025; additional dates anticipated

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Serve as the primary orthopedic surgeon on 24-hour call
  • Respond to callbacks for trauma, joint, and fracture repairs
  • Conduct daily rounding on orthopedic patients
  • Perform patient consults and follow-up evaluations
  • Manage patient care independently without advanced practice provider support

Additional Information

  • Must be board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Valid Kentucky medical license required
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certifications required
  • Familiarity with Meditech EHR

Benefits

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

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.


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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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