Orthopedic Surgeon

Jackson & Coker is seeking a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon for a locum tenens opportunity in Michigan, providing 24-hour call coverage during specific dates in November and December. This role involves managing a low volume of orthopedic cases, primarily fractures, sports injuries, and general orthopedic issues. The ideal candidate will be proficient in arthroscopy and total joint replacements, working within a Level III trauma facility with efficient OR block times and supportive staff.

Practice Info

• Beeper call only; provider comes in when ED requests consult
• On-call only for duration of assignment
• Average call volume per 24 hours: 0-5 phone consults, 1-2 patients seen, 0-1 admissions
• Orthopaedic PAs and full surgical staff available
• Efficient OR with block time assignments
• Facility trauma level: Level III

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient call coverage
• Perform Arthroscopy
• Perform Total joint replacement: Hip, Knee, Other (excludes hip and knee)
• Perform Joint revision or repair: Shoulder, Hip, Knee, Other (excludes hip, shoulder, knee)
• Manage fractures, sports, and general orthopedic cases
• Transfer complex cases out

Benefits

• Top-rated malpractice insurance
• Full-service in-house travel agency and credentialing coordinators
• 24/7 recruiter availability

Shift & Schedule

• Orientation onsite required day prior to start (Wednesday, 11/25)
• 11/26 - 11/29, ending 11/30 at 7am
• 12/18 - 12/23, ending 12/24 at 7am

Requirements

• Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
• ABOS required (NBPAS not accepted)
• Active Michigan medical license or IMLC eligibility
• Active Michigan DEA
• Michigan CDS license
• Call response time required: 20 minutes