Locum - Surgery: Orthopedic - MD/DO

CHI Health Good Samaritan • Kearney, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide locum orthopedic surgery coverage at a Level II Trauma Center in Kearney, Nebraska. The role focuses on trauma call and surgical cases as needed, with no office hours required. The physician will work within a 24/7 call schedule, with multiple providers available to cover shifts, and will receive support from dedicated emergency department and operating room staff.

Requirements

• Board certified or board eligible in Orthopedic Surgery; board certification is required.
• Completion of an Orthopedic Surgery residency.
• DEA certification is required.
• Availability at the time of name clearance is essential.

Nice To Haves

• Nebraska medical license is highly preferred; IMLC is accepted.
• Clean malpractice history is highly preferred.
• ATLS certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Level II orthopedic trauma call coverage and perform surgical cases as needed.
• Provide general orthopedic care and manage fracture cases.
• Collaborate with hospitalists on patient admissions.
• Maintain comprehensive patient logs for credentialing.

What This Job Offers

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