Locums Orthopedic Surgery Need in Iowa
Englewood, Colorado, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Orthopedics
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Waterloo, Iowa, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 1/17/25

Coverage Needed

  • February 27, 2025 - ongoing
  • Cover 2 locations

Schedule

  • Inpatient and call coverage for 2 locations
  • On Call shifts: Feb 27-March 2; May 1-4; July 31-Aug 3; and Oct 30-Nov 2

Clinical Details

  • No clinic responsibilities
  • Medical Staff Required
  • Number of Physicians: 4
  • Number of Advanced Practice Providers: 4
  • Medical Imaging: Yes
  • Lab & Pharmacy: Yes
  • Average Daily Hospital Practice Census: 10-20 for both locations
  • Demographics/Patient Population: All ages
  • Procedures offered in the practice:
    • 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
    • May also assess, stabilize, and determine the disposition of patients with emergent conditions consistent with medical staff policy regarding emergency and consultative call services

Requirements

  • Board Certified
  • Active IA License
  • Fellowship Trained (Orthopedic Surgery)
  • Must be experienced

EMR

  • Epic in the clinic setting
  • Cerner in the inpatient setting until May 31, 2025 at which time the EMR will be Epic Enterprise