Orthopedics - Hand Surgery Physician

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled General Surgeon specializing in Hand Surgery for a locum tenens position in Colorado Springs. This role involves providing surgical care in an inpatient setting with a focus on adult patients, while also managing a small volume of pediatric cases. The ideal candidate will have an active Colorado license and be board certified or board eligible in Hand Surgery. The position offers flexibility with call coverage and includes travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance. Join a supportive team and make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Benefits

Travel expenses covered

Lodging provided

Malpractice insurance covered

Qualifications

• Active Colorado medical license required.
• BC/BE in Hand Surgery or related fellowship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical care as a General Surgeon specializing in Hand Surgery.
• Manage patient volume and collaborate with support staff.

Skills

Hand Surgery

BLS Certification

Education

Active CO License

BC/BE in Hand Surgery

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job Quick Facts:

• Specialty: General Surgeon - Hand
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Facility Location: Colorado Springs, CO
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Reason For Coverage: Supplemental
• Coverage Period: ASAP - Ongoing
• Coverage Type: Call Only
• Call schedule: 7a-7a; 24 hour call
- Weekday and Weekend coverage
- 3-4 shifts per month
• Call Type: Beeper
• % of Practice: 95% Adult; 5% Peds
• Callback %: 15
• Patient Volume: 45
• % of Phone Consult: 85%
• Admissions: Yes, 2
• Physician in Practice: 1 Hand Surgeon, 5 Orthos
• Support Staff: 7 NP/PAs
• Specialty Backup:
- Neuro, CT, Orth & Vascular surg
• Total No. of Beds: 200; ICU: 20
• No. of Exam Room: 6
• X-ray, CT and MRI onsite
• Trauma Level: II
• Nursery Level: I
• EMR: Epic
- Willing to cover 2 facilities.
• Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered

Requirements:
• Active CO License
• BC/BE in Hand Surgery (If BE, within 5 years of residency); Willing to consider Board Certified in Ortho or Plastic w/ a Hand Fellowship
• BLS