Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon – 24-Hour Trauma Call Coverage

Overview

A healthcare organization in Western Washington is seeking a Board Certified Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon for a long-term locum tenens assignment. This opportunity combines inpatient Level II trauma coverage with outpatient clinic responsibilities while working alongside a dedicated trauma team in a collaborative practice.

Job ID: 51309

Assignment Details

• Setting: Level II Trauma Hospital and Outpatient Clinic
• Start Date: September 25, 2026
• Contract: 6–9 months
• Credentialing: Approximately 60–90 days
• Coverage Dates:
  • September 25 (7:00 AM) – October 1 (7:00 AM)
  • October 22 (7:00 AM) – October 26 (7:00 AM)
  • December 23 (7:00 AM) – December 28 (7:00 AM)
  • February 22 (7:00 AM) – March 1 (7:00 AM)
  • Ongoing coverage up to two weeks per month
• Call: 24-hour call (7:00 AM–7:00 AM) with occasional night call
• EMR: Epic

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient orthopedic trauma coverage
• Evaluate and manage adult orthopedic trauma patients
• Perform operative management of a broad spectrum of orthopedic trauma cases
• Manage fractures and traumatic musculoskeletal injuries, excluding complex pelvic trauma
• Participate in outpatient follow-up clinic as scheduled
• Collaborate with a dedicated physician assistant and multidisciplinary trauma team
• Document patient care using Epic

Requirements

• MD or DO
• Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery
• Fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma preferred
• Minimum of five years of Level II trauma experience
• Active Washington medical license or Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) eligibility
• Active DEA registration (or willingness to obtain)
• Current BLS certification
• Case logs and professional references required for credentialing
• Clean malpractice history preferred
• Eligible for hospital credentialing

About Floyd Lee Locums

Floyd Lee Locums provides concierge-level support including malpractice coverage, travel and lodging coordination, credentialing assistance, and a dedicated consultant.

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