Orthopedic Surgeon

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Id: H-MD-133313
• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Cooperstown, New York
• Coverage Period: Oct 01, 2026 – Ongoing
• Shift Schedule: 24-hour coverage
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Average Daily Volume: Approximately 10 patients per week
• Case Mix: Orthopedic trauma procedures

FACILITY INFORMATION

• Trauma Level: Level 3
• EMR System: EPIC
• Support Staff Available: APP Hospitalist coverage during daytime hours, Teal Team coverage nights and weekends

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Credentialing Timeline: ASAP

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: Board Eligible or Board Certified (ABOS)
• Licenses: Active New York License
• Experience: Orthopedic trauma experience required; trauma fellowship preferred
• Other Qualifications: Level 3 call coverage experience within the last year

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide orthopedic trauma call coverage
• Evaluate and treat orthopedic trauma patients in both inpatient and emergency settings
• Perform operative and non-operative orthopedic trauma procedures as clinically indicated
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
• Provide 24-hour coverage with an average of 1 call-in per week