A Locum Tenens Orthopedic Surgeon provides temporary orthopedic surgical care in hospital settings, handling both in-person and telephonic patient consultations. The role involves scheduled clinical hours and on-call duties with a 30-minute response time to ensure timely patient care. The position is supported by a staffing service that manages credentialing, housing, travel, and malpractice coverage to streamline assignment logistics.
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