Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon

Barton Associates; Arizona; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Travel expenses covered

Malpractice insurance provided

Dedicated recruiter for future travel

Job summary

Barton Associates seeks an Orthopedic Surgeon for a 90-day locum assignment in Arizona, starting June 25, 2026. You'll handle a mix of procedures in a trauma facility, including arthroscopy and total joint replacements, while maintaining high patient care standards.

You will work in a fast-paced environment with support from a dedicated recruiter, and travel-related expenses, malpractice coverage, and competitive compensation are provided.

Qualifications

• Board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Experienced in arthroscopy and total joint replacements.
• Eligible to practice in Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Perform arthroscopy, total joint replacement (hip, knee, other) and joint revision/repair.
• Handle spine, hand, tendon, nerve procedures with or without instrumentation.
• Manage 5-7 patient encounters per shift in orthopedic surgery.
• Provide care in a trauma facility.

Skills

Orthopedic surgery

Trauma care

Education

Board Certification in Orthopaedic Surgery

Tools

Athenahealth

Medhost

Job description

Our client in Arizona is seeking a dedicated Orthopedic Surgeon for a 90-day assignment starting Jun 25, 2026. In this role, you will manage 5-7 patient encounters per shift, focusing on comprehensive orthopedic surgery procedures. Key responsibilities include performing arthroscopy, total joint replacements, and various joint revision or repair surgeries, contributing significantly to patient care within a trauma facility.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform required procedures including arthroscopy, total joint replacement (hip, knee, other), and joint revision or repair (shoulder, hip, knee, other).
• Execute preferred procedures such as hand surgery, tendon release/repair, peripheral nerve surgery, and spinal procedures with or without instrumentation (cervical, thoracic, lumbar), as well as percutaneous disc surgery.
• Manage 5-7 patient encounters per shift within orthopedic surgery.
• Provide care in a trauma facility.

Additional Information

• Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery
• EMR: Athenahealth, Medhost

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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