Locum Orthopedic Surgeon Kearney, NE
Provide orthopedic surgery coverage at a leading facility in Kearney, Nebraska, a Level II Trauma Center with inpatient and emergency department coverage. This locum assignment offers 24-hour call shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., support from ED and OR staff, and a start date of November 4, 2026.
Quick Facts
- Location: Kearney, Nebraska
- Start Date: 11/04/2026
- End Date/Duration: 12 03 coverage block; exact year and assignment duration not specified
- Shift: 24-hour call, 7:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m.; callback as needed
- Hours/Week: Not specified
- Employment Type: Locum tenens
- License/Certs: Orthopedic surgeon; specific license and certification requirements not provided
- Experience: Orthopedic surgery experience; years required not specified
Pay & Benefits
- Pay package discussed upon application
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits for W-2 clinicians
- Robust referral bonus program
- 24/7 dedicated team support
- Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
What You ll Do
- Provide orthopedic surgery call coverage for an inpatient and emergency department setting
- Evaluate and manage orthopedic patients requiring urgent or emergent care
- Provide general orthopedic care
- Perform fracture care
- Participate in surgical cases as needed
- Respond to orthopedic consultations and callback needs
- Collaborate with ED, OR, and hospitalist teams to support patient care
What You Need
Required - Orthopedic surgeon qualification
- Ability to provide 24-hour call coverage
- Competence in general orthopedic care and fracture care
- Ability to work collaboratively with ED, OR, and hospitalist staff
Preferred - Experience providing orthopedic coverage in a Level II Trauma Center
- Experience with inpatient and emergency department consultations
About the Assignment
This assignment provides orthopedic call coverage at a leading facility in Kearney, Nebraska. The facility uses EPIC and provides ED and OR staff support. Hospitalists admit patients, with an expected patient volume of approximately 1 2 patients per day.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply .
