Orthopedic Surgeon needed in WA. $1,800+/day + Travel and Lodging

Coverage Details:

• Clinic Coverage: 4 days per week
• Weekend Coverage: 2 weekends per month (24-hour call from Friday 5 p.m. to Monday 7 a.m.)
• Call Frequency: 2 weekends per month, with 24-hour shifts. Please note that the call involves taking calls from the ER but does not require you to be called back to campus after the day shift ends.
• Schedule:
  • 3 days per week in the clinic (8-hour shifts)
  • 1 day per week in the OR (8-hour shift)

Work Details:

• Support Staff: 1 ortho PA, RN, MA, and registrar.
• Department Overview: The orthopedic clinic is located two blocks from the hospital, with the OR situated within the hospital. This is a level 4 facility providing bread-and-butter orthopedic services.
• Patient Volume: Approximately 10-15 patients per day.
• Patient Age Group: 5 years and older.
• EMR System: Meditech Expanse.
• Special Procedures: Candidates should be comfortable performing general orthopedic procedures, including trauma, scopes, hip fixation, and arthroplasties.

Requirements:

• Board Certifications: Required in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Licensing: WA state license required (IMLC accepted). We are willing to license if needed.
• Certifications: BLS/ACLS preferred.
• Specific Skills: Proficiency in general orthopedics, including trauma, scopes, hip fixation, and arthroplasties.
• DEA Certification: Required.
• Minimum Experience: 3 years.
• Vaccinations: Not mandatory.

Privileging Timeframe: Approximately 2 months. IMLC Accepted: Yes.

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