Reported by 28 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay
28 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay
Locum tenens orthopedic surgeon role in Kentucky requiring full-time clinic and call coverage with shifts from 8:30am to 5:30pm. Duties include trauma care, joint and fracture repairs, arthroscopy, and total hip and knee replacements without spine or hand surgeries.
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Our client in Kentucky is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon for a 60-day assignment starting Aug 24, 2026. This full-time clinic and call role, with shifts from 8:30am - 5:30pm, requires comfort with consistent procedures. Responsibilities include rounding, patient consults, trauma, joint and fracture repairs, arthroscopy, and total joint replacements of the hip and knee. Responsibilities and Duties Provide comprehensive clinic and call coverage up to full time. Perform consistent surgical procedures as required. Conduct rounding and typical patient consults. Address typical trauma, joint, and fracture repairs. Execute arthroscopy procedures. Perform total joint replacement surgeries for hip and knee. Spine surgeries are not required, and hand expertise is not a prerequisite. Additional Information Board Certification in Orthopaedic Surgery is required. The facility utilizes Meditech EHR. Benefits Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities What are Locum Tenens Jobs? Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility. #LI-SC1