Orthopedic Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Waterloo, Iowa

LocumTenens.com; Maxwell (IA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com in Waterloo, Iowa is seeking a board-certified orthopedic surgeon for two assignment blocks, covering inpatient, operating room, and ER settings. The clinician will provide 24/7 call coverage at a 366-bed facility and work with on-site support staff to ensure continuous surgical care.

Dates needed: November 4–9 and December 23–28. Waterloo offers cultural attractions and outdoor activities, with robust regional healthcare resources.

Qualifications

• Board-certified orthopedic surgeon required.
• Inpatient, OR, and ER coverage experience preferred.
• Availability for two assignment blocks as specified.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 call coverage across inpatient, operating room, and emergency department.
• Perform orthopedic surgical care per hospital protocols.
• Coordinate with on-site APPs and staff for continuity of care.

Skills

Orthopedic surgery

24/7 call coverage

Inpatient care

Education

Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-221441-MD-IA
• Title:MD
• Dates Needed:November 4 @ 0700 - November 9 @ 0700 and December 23 @ 0700 - December 28 @ 0700
• Shift Type:Call
• Assignment Type:Inpatient;OR;ER
• Call Required:Yes
• Board Certification Required:Yes
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This 366-bed, full-service, multi-specialty hospital provides acute, sub-acute, and outpatient health care to the regional patient population. The facility maintains established clinical protocols and the infrastructure necessary to support orthopedic surgical coverage across inpatient, operating room, and emergency department settings. On-site resources and support staff are in place to facilitate continuity of quality surgical care delivery throughout each assigned coverage period.

About the Facility Location

Waterloo, Iowa offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of attractions and recreational activities suited to varied interests. Notable destinations include the John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum, the Grout Museum District, the Waterloo Center for the Arts, and the RiverLoop Amphitheater along the Cedar River. Outdoor enthusiasts may explore the Cedar Valley Trails by bicycle or kayak, visit the Cedar Valley Arboretum and Botanic Gardens, or spend time at Lost Island Water Park. Dining, family entertainment, and live sports are also available throughout the area.

About the Clinician's Workday

Clinicians will provide 24/7 call coverage and rounding across inpatient, operating room, and emergency department settings at an on-site facility in Waterloo, Iowa. Coverage periods are November 4 at 0700 through November 9 at 0700 and December 23 at 0700 through December 28 at 0700. Clinical responsibilities encompass general orthopedic surgical care consistent with inpatient, OR, and ER settings. Board certification in orthopedic surgery is required, and 4 APPs are available on-site to support clinicians throughout each assigned period.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:10-20 for both locations
• Support Staff:4 APP
• Call Ratio/Schedule:24/7 call while on assignment
• Location Type:On-Site
• Government:No