Orthopedic Surgeon

JOB OVERVIEW Job Id: H-MD-133313 Profession: Physician Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery Job Type: Locum Tenens Location: Cooperstown, New York Coverage Period: Oct 01, 2026 – Ongoing Shift Schedule: 24-hour coverage Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered PATIENT INFORMATION Average Daily Volume: Approximately 10 patients per week Case Mix: Orthopedic trauma procedures FACILITY INFORMATION Trauma Level: Level 3 EMR System: EPIC Support Staff Available: APP Hospitalist coverage during daytime hours, Teal Team coverage nights and weekends PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Credentialing Timeline: ASAP JOB REQUIREMENTS Board: Board Eligible or Board Certified (ABOS) Licenses: Active New York License Experience: Orthopedic trauma experience required; trauma fellowship preferred Other Qualifications: Level 3 call coverage experience within the last year DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provide orthopedic trauma call coverage Evaluate and treat orthopedic trauma patients in both inpatient and emergency settings Perform operative and non-operative orthopedic trauma procedures as clinically indicated Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care Provide 24-hour coverage with an average of 1 call-in per week