Physician / Surgery - Orthopedics / Georgia / Locum Tenens / Locum Tenens Orthopaedic Surgery Opport

Are you a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity in Georgia? A dynamic practice near Moreland, GA, is looking for skilled professionals to fill a vacancy in their Orthopaedic Surgery department.

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  Start Date: January 6, 2025


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  Duration: Ongoing, with a flexible schedule and call requirements.


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  Setting: Inpatient only; outpatient responsibilities are not required.


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  Call Details:
  
  
  
  • Beeper call with a 15-minute response time.
  
  
  • Average 2 phone consults and 5 patient interactions per shift.
  
  
  • Call-back rate is approximately 60%.
  
  
  
  

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  Patients Per Shift: 3-5


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  Department Beds: 10-20


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  Support Staff:
  
  
  
  • RNs: 7
  
  
  • MAs: 13
  
  
  • PAs/NPs: 5
  
  
  
  


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  Specialty Skills Required:
  
  
  
  • Arthroscopy
  
  
  • Total Joint Replacement (Hip and Knee)
  
  
  • Shoulder, Hip, and Knee Procedures
  
  
  • Joint Revisions/Repairs
  
  
  • Peripheral Nerve Surgery
  
  
  • Tendon Release/Repair
  
  
  
  

• Active Georgia medical license (no reimbursement for licensing).


• Board Certification in Orthopaedic Surgery is mandatory.


• Fellowship training is preferred but not required.


• Familiarity with EMR systems (Cerner and Athena).

• Holiday coverage includes major national holidays.


• Estimated credentialing timeframe is 30 days.


• Facility is stroke-certified and equipped to handle various orthopaedic cases.


• Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance provided by the vendor.

• Competitive compensation.


• Collaborative and well-supported work environment.


• Located near Moreland, GA, offering a balance of professional growth and serene suburban living.

If youre interested in this excellent locum tenens opportunity, apply today using reference Job ID . Don't miss the chance to enhance your career while enjoying the charm of Georgia!