Orthopedic Surgeon: Block Schedule & Inpatient ICU Coverage

CompHealth; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CompHealth is seeking an orthopedic surgeon to cover inpatient services across two Waterloo-area locations. You will work block schedules with a census of 10–20 patients daily and provide ICU-capable inpatient coverage.

The role includes emergency and consultative calls, with housing, travel, and licensing arrangements handled by the team. The ideal candidate is fellowship-trained in orthopedic surgery, comfortable with all age populations, and prepared for leave coverage.

Qualifications

• Fellowship trained in orthopedic surgery.
• Inpatient facility coverage experience or ability to cover inpatient units.
• Familiarity with ICU care capabilities and emergent consults.

Responsibilities

• Block scheduling—work full stretches as assigned.
• Census of 10–20 patients daily across both locations.
• Provide inpatient facility coverage and manage ICU care as needed.
• Handle emergency and consultative call services.
• Access to online portal for assignment details and time entry.

Education

Fellowship trained in orthopedic surgery

Job description

CompHealth is seeking an orthopedic surgeon to cover inpatient services across two Waterloo-area locations. You will work block schedules with a census of 10–20 patients daily and provide ICU-capable inpatient coverage.

The role includes emergency and consultative calls, with housing, travel, and licensing arrangements handled by the team. The ideal candidate is fellowship-trained in orthopedic surgery, comfortable with all age populations, and prepared for leave coverage.