Physician / Orthopedics / New Mexico / Locum tenens / Orthopedic Surgery Locum T

Are you an experienced orthopedic surgeon looking for a locum tenens opportunity in a scenic area of southern New Mexico? We have an open position for a qualified physician to provide ongoing orthopedic call coverage. Heres an overview of this position: Position Details: Role : Orthopedic Surgeon Type : Locum Tenens (Temporary) Location : Near Arrey, New Mexico Coverage Dates : December 23-26 and December 31, with potential for additional dates and ongoing needs. Responsibilities: Call Coverage : Call-only position with beeper coverage. Practice Setting : Primarily inpatient. No outpatient services are required. Patient Care : Involves responding to calls and occasional in-hospital consultations. Rounding : Required on inpatients as part of call duties. Call Response Time : 30-minute response time required. Procedures : Various orthopedic procedures, including but not limited to: Arthroscopy Total joint replacement (hip and knee) Joint revision or repair Shoulder and tendon release/repair Peripheral nerve surgery Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar instrumentation Qualifications: Board Certification : Board eligible or board certified in Orthopedic Surgery (required) Licensing : Active New Mexico medical license required Certifications : ACLS and BLS required Experience with Level 4 Trauma Centers is preferred Fellowship Training : Preferred, though not required. Logistics & Support: EMR System : MediTech / Athena Nearest Airport : El Paso International Airport, with available lodging nearby Insurance : Coverage provided by vendor Credentialing Timeframe : Approximately 30 days for full credentialing Why Consider This Opportunity? Flexible Dates : Start with December coverage, with potential for ongoing scheduling. Beautiful Location : Located in proximity to scenic southwestern New Mexico, offering easy access to a variety of outdoor activities. Collaborative Support : Work with a supportive staff dedicated to helping locum providers excel. If you're a board-certified or board-eligible orthopedic surgeon interested in an exciting locum tenens role, we invite you to apply today! Apply Now using reference Job ID . HDAJOBS MDSTAFF