Locum Tenens Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon Needed in Louisiana

Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon

  • ID: 224394A
  • Updated October 24th, 2026
Provider Type Physician
Specialty Orthopedic Surgery
Job Type Locum Tenens
State Louisiana
Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Start Date 2/22/2027

We are seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon in Louisiana for a 90-day assignment. This role involves a 7-day on / 7-day off schedule with 24-hour call coverage, focusing on rounding, orthopedic call, and potential opportunities to see joint replacement patients in a morning clinic.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide orthopedic call coverage
  • Conduct patient rounds
  • Opportunity to see joint replacement patients in morning clinic
  • Manage rounding and call responsibilities in the afternoon


Additional Information

  • Board Certifications: Orthopaedic Surgery
  • EMR: Epic
  • Requirements: Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS)
  • Setting: Clinic and Call
  • Call Schedule: Out of House Call, 7 days on / 7 days off, transitioning on Monday mornings, 24-hour call coverage
  • Patients per Day: 5-10
  • LOA: 90 days


Benefits

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

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