Locum | Physician Orthopedic Surgery

Weatherby Healthcare; Oregon; On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid malpractice insurance

Travel and housing expenses covered

Online portal for assignment details

Job summary

Weatherby Healthcare is seeking a locums orthopedic surgeon for a hospital-based opportunity in Portland, Oregon. Qualified candidates must hold board certification in Orthopedic Surgery and be prepared to cover 24-hour call shifts with onsite responses.

The assignment includes hospital privileges, multiple daily calls, and a focus on surgical procedures within a clinical setting. Weatherby offers competitive compensation, paid malpractice insurance, and support through dedicated consultants.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery is required.
• Willing to cover 24-hour call shifts.
• Hospital-based position with privileges required.

Responsibilities

• Perform orthopedic surgical procedures.
• Provide on-site coverage during shifts and calls.
• Coordinate with hospital staff and departments to ensure patient care.
• Manage on-call consultations and post-op follow-up as needed.

Skills

Orthopedic surgery

Surgical procedures

Education

Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery

Job description

OR Facility Seeks a Locums Orthopedic Surgeon

JOB-3410160

• Portland, OR
• 24-hour call shifts — weekdays and weekends
• Approx. 5 – 8 phone calls per 24-hour shift
• 2 – 3 onsite responses per 24-hour shift
• Hospital-based position — privileges required
• Surgical procedures required
• Board certification required

Benefits of Weatherby

• Paid malpractice insurance; pre‑paid travel and housing expenses
• Assignment details and time entry in online portal
• Competitive compensation
• 24-hour access to your Weatherby Healthcare consultant
• Charter member of NALTO

Description

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Why Weatherby

• Competitive compensation
• Specialty consultants
• Licensing, credentialing, housing, and travel teams
• Assignment details and time entry via online portal
• Mobile app with all assignment and travel info