Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Orthopedic Surgeon for a dynamic 60-day assignment in New York, starting May 1, 2026. This role requires coverage for 24-hour shifts, focusing on a broad spectrum of orthopedic procedures across joints, ankle and foot, shoulder, bone, hand and wrist, elbow, and knee, providing essential care for our client's patients.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive orthopedic care, including but not limited to:
• Joint Procedures:
• Arthritis
• Bursitis
• Dislocation
• Joint Pain
• Joint Swelling or Inflammation
• Ligament Tears
• Ankle & Foot Procedures:
• Heel Pain
• Fractures
• Foot and Ankle Deformities
• Shoulder Procedures:
• Separation
• Torn Labrum
• SLAP tears
• Fractures
• Impingement Syndrome
• Loose or Foreign Bodies
• Rotator Cuff Tear
• Dislocation
• Arthritis
• Bursitis
• Bone Procedures:
• Bone Deformities
• Bone Infections
• Fractures
• Hand & Wrist Procedures:
• Fractures
• Joint Pain
• Arthritis
• Tendon or Ligament Injury
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Tendinitis
• Elbow Procedures:
• Pain
• Fractures
• Arthritis
• Dislocation or Separation
• Ligament Sprains or Tears
• Loose or Foreign Bodies
• Knee Procedures:
• Cartilage and Meniscus Injuries
• Dislocation of the Kneecap (Patella)
• Ligament Sprains or Tears (Anterior Cruciate, Posterior Cruciate, Medial Collateral, and Lateral Collateral Ligament Tears)
• Meniscus Injuries
• Loose or Foreign Bodies
• Pain
• Tendinitis
• Fractures

Additional Information

• Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
• EMR: Epic

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.