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Waterloo, Iowa · USA job

Orthopedics Physician

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC

Waterloo, Iowa

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Role details

Classification: Healthcare & Medical
Category: —
Work type: Full Time
Employment: Permanent
Country: United States
Location: Waterloo Iowa 50701

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JOB OVERVIEW

Job Id: A-MD-68586
Profession: Physician
Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Job Type: Locum Tenens
Location: Waterloo, IA
Service Setting: Inpatient
Coverage Type: Call Only
Coverage Period: Dec 23, 2026 - Ongoing
Shift Schedule: 24-hour On Call (7:00 AM - 7:00 AM)
Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage
Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

COVERAGE DATES

Dec 23, 2026 - Dec 28, 2026

PATIENT INFORMATION

Patient Demographics: All ages
Average Daily Volume: 10-20
Case Mix: Orthopedic trauma, infections, tumors, degenerative diseases

FACILITY INFORMATION

Trauma Level: Level III
EMR System: Epic Enterprise

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

History and physical exam admit, evaluate, diagnose, treat, and provide consultation to patients of all ages to correct or treat various conditions, illnesses, and injuries of the extremities, spine, and associated structures by medical, surgical, and physical means.
Such conditions include, but are not limited to, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries, and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder, and elbow, and include primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Orthopedic surgeons may provide care to patients in the intensive care setting in conformance with unit policies.
They may also assess, stabilize, and determine the disposition of patients with emergent conditions consistent with medical staff policy regarding emergency and consultative call services.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Board: Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery
Licenses: Active IA License or Universal License (IMLC)
Experience: Fellowship trained in Orthopedic Surgery; Must be experienced
Other Qualifications: Clean malpractice/background history; Must cover specified shift blocks

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide inpatient and call coverage at MercyOne Waterloo and Cedar Falls Medical Centers.
Take calls from any patient or provider contacting the facility with orthopedic questions.
Perform history and physical exams, evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages with orthopedic conditions.
Provide surgical and medical treatment for trauma, infections, tumors, and degenerative diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
Manage patients in the intensive care setting as needed and handle emergent conditions during on-call shifts.

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