Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Orthopedic

Job Description

Our client in Iowa is actively seeking an Orthopedic Surgery Nurse Practitioner for a 90-day assignment starting Aug 3, 2026. This role involves 8a-5p shifts focusing on clinical, surgical, and trauma/orthopedic call duties, including total hip, knee, and shoulder replacements, surgical procedures for hands, wrists, knees, shoulders, hips, ankles, and feet, as well as managing trauma injuries, fracture care, and sports medicine cases.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide clinical, surgical, and trauma/orthopedic call coverage.
• Perform total hip, knee, and shoulder replacement procedures.
• Conduct surgical procedures for the hand, wrist, knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, and foot.
• Manage trauma injuries, fracture care, sports medicine, and other related disorders.

Additional Information

• Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• EMR systems used include Epic and GE Centricity.

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.