Orthopedics - Trauma Physician

Company: ProLocums
Location: Joplin
Posted on: June 17, 2026

Job Description:

Specialty : Orthopedics - Trauma

Start Date: Asap

End date Ongoing

Coverage type Call Only

Licensed : Licensed in MO or IMLC

EMR : Epic

Certification : BC , ABLS / ACLS / ATLS / BLS / PALS

Credentialing :60 Days

Description :

Schedule: Two weekends per month (flexible scheduling based on provider availability)

The facility is seeking a qualified Locum Orthopedic Surgeon to provide Level II Orthopedic Trauma Call coverage on an ongoing basis. The facility is willing to accommodate provider availability and schedule any two weekends per month.

This opportunity offers a combination of trauma and general orthopedic case management within a busy Level II Trauma Center environment.

• Coverage required for 2 weekends per month
• Call begins Friday at 7:00 AM and ends Monday at 7:00 AM
• Ongoing assignment starting August 1
• Flexible scheduling; facility will work around locum provider availability

• Level II Trauma Center
• Approximately 40,000 adult emergency department visits annually
• Mix of general orthopedic and trauma cases
• Dedicated 7:00 AM operating room block daily
• No designated trauma-only operating rooms

• Provide Level II orthopedic trauma call coverage
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthopedic trauma patients
• Manage general orthopedic consults and surgical cases as needed
• Perform operative and non-operative fracture care
• Collaborate with emergency medicine, trauma, and hospital-based teams
• Participate in inpatient rounding and follow-up care during coverage periods

• Approximately 8 hours of total patient-facing time per day
• Consistent volume of orthopedic trauma and general orthopedic cases

Required:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Active and unrestricted medical license (or ability to obtain licensure)
• Experience managing orthopedic trauma cases in a Level II Trauma Center setting
• Current DEA and applicable certifications

Preferred:

• Previous trauma call coverage experience
• Strong surgical and fracture management skills

• Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship is NOT required
• Candidates with Level II orthopedic trauma experience will be considered and are acceptable for this position

• Competitive locum tenens compensation
• Malpractice coverage provided
• Travel and lodging assistance available (if applicable)

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced orthopedic surgeon seeking ongoing weekend trauma call coverage within a collaborative Level II Trauma Center environment.

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