Job Description
A Board certified Orthopaedic Surgeon is needed for a short term locum assignment at an ambulatory surgery center that also provides Level III trauma care. The role focuses on total joint arthroplasty and general orthopaedic cases, with on call coverage for the Emergency Department as needed. Hours are predominantly overnight call shifts, with orientation the day before the first assignment.
Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Surgery Center (Level III Trauma)
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: 24 hour call shifts, nights only (dates 11/13 - 11/16, start 7:00 AM)
- Patient Population: Adult
- Location: Hancock, MI
- Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non local candidates
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)
Job Responsibilities
- Provide emergency department consults on a rotating call basis.
- Perform total hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty, as well as joint revisions and repairs.
- Manage fracture, sports, and general orthopaedic cases in the ambulatory surgery setting.
- Coordinate with orthopaedic PAs and the surgical staff to ensure efficient block time utilization.
- Participate in pre operative planning and post operative follow up as required.
Qualifications
- Active board certification with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS).
- Active Michigan medical license, Michigan Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) registration, and Michigan DEA certificate.
- No NBPAS board certification accepted.
- Minimum of one year of orthopaedic surgery experience; fellowship training preferred.
- Ability to obtain credentialing within 30 days.
Working Hours
- Overnight call shifts only; each shift begins at 7:00 AM and concludes at 7:00 AM the following day.
- Orientation required onsite the day before the first call shift (Thursday 11/12/26).
Skills
- Proficiency in total joint replacement (hip, knee, shoulder) and joint revision techniques.
- Strong clinical judgment for emergency department consults and triaging.
- Familiarity with fully digital radiology workflows.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced, flexible operating room environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills with multidisciplinary staff.
