Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon - per diem/relief

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 495,936 - 578,592; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage and retirement/wa

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a BC/BE Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to provide per diem/relief coverage in Bellingham, Washington. This role involves working primarily in a hospital setting with a dedicated trauma team and a 12-hour day shift, including trauma and orthopedic hospitalist coverage.

The ideal candidate has demonstrated experience in orthopaedic traumatology, handles general and complex trauma cases, and communicates effectively with all care stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Orthopedic Traumatology.
• Comfortable with both general and complex trauma cases.
• Excellent communicator with a collaborative approach and ability to work well with all stakeholders involved in a patient's care.
• Enthusiasm for serving the community and supporting the Orthopedic program.

Responsibilities

• Take required shifts for trauma/orthopedic hospitalist program.
• Follow up appointments from trauma and Emergency Department.
• Work as part of a team of Trauma-trained surgeons for a 12-hour day shift.

Skills

Orthopedic Trauma

Trauma care

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a BC/BE Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to provide per diem/relief coverage in beautiful Bellingham, Washington.

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrated experience in Orthopedic Traumatology


• Comfortable with both general and complex trauma cases


• Excellent communicator with a collaborative approach and ability to work well with all stakeholders involved in a patient's care


• Enthusiasm for serving the community and supporting the Orthopedic program

Highlights

• Primarily Hospital-based with a small outpatient component


• This position is part of a team of Trauma-trained surgeons for a 12-hour day shift


• Takes required shifts for trauma/orthopedic hospitalist program


• Follow up appointments from trauma and Emergency Department


• Epic EMR

Hourly per diem/relief rate: $379.40

• Malpractice coverage and access to select retirement and well-being benefits

About Bellingham

Bellingham, WA is the perfect blend of endless outdoor recreation, urban living, strong schools, great shopping & cuisine, and much more!

Explore more about Bellingham/Whatcom County here: https://www.bellingham.org/

About PeaceHealth

PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center is a 265-bed Level II Trauma Center in Bellingham as well as Whatcom County's only hospital. PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC) and PeaceHealth Medical Group (PHMG) in Bellingham provide comprehensive and specialty care to the communities of Northwest Washington. Tertiary referrals come from a hundred mile radius. Our dedicated physicians and staff have earned recognition as a top-ranking facility for patient quality initiatives in Washington State.

PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

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