Locum Tenens Physician - Orthopedic Trauma Needed in North Carolina

Physician - Orthopedic Trauma

  • ID: 222242A
  • Updated October 16th, 2026
Provider Type Physician
Specialty Orthopedic Trauma
Job Type Locum Tenens
State North Carolina
Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Start Date 1/4/2027

We are actively recruiting an Orthopedic Trauma Physician for a 35-day assignment in North Carolina. This crucial role requires 7 consecutive days of 24-hour coverage, including out-of-house call, to support the client's new Trauma 3 program. The physician will provide comprehensive orthopedic trauma coverage and manage general orthopedic consults.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide 24-hour Ortho/Trauma coverage for 7 consecutive days
  • Collaborate with trauma surgeons in a new Trauma 3 program
  • Handle Ortho consults as needed
  • Manage a caseload including ortho trauma cases and general ortho cases
  • Be available for out-of-house call

Additional Information

  • Required Board Certifications: Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Required Certifications: Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • EMR System: Epic
  • Setting: Inpatient
  • Call Schedule: Out-of-house call for 24-hour shifts
  • Patients Per Day: 2-4
  • LOA: 35 Days

Benefits

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

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