Orthopedic Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Western Georgia

A hospital is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon for locum tenens coverage.
The facility is located in Western Georgia.
This orthopedic surgery locum tenens opportunity includes 34 clinic days per week (8 AM 5 PM) and 24-hour call coverage for 7 days per month. The position is needed to support an existing full-time surgeon and provide both clinic and call coverage. The role involves general orthopedics and fracture care, with a clinic volume of 1520 patients per day and variable inpatient volume. The facility is a 426-bed Level IV trauma center utilizing EPIC EMR. Support staff includes 3 CMAs, 1 RN, 1 RN supervisor, 1 radiology tech, 1 DO, and 1 APP in the clinic. Candidates must be board certified (or truly board eligible, if approved) and preferably hold an active license or be IMLC-eligible. Estimated credentialing time is 120 days.

Dates Needed: As soon as privileged (120 days) until Aug 2026, 3-4 days of clinic/week (8a-5p) 24-hour call, 7 days a month
Case Load/PPD: TBD
Shift Type: Day Shift; Call; 24-Hour Call
Assignment Type: Inpatient; Clinic
Assignment Duration: Locums
Call Required: Yes
Board Certification Required: Yes
Government: No
Reference ID: ORD-195314-MD-GA