Trauma Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Iowa

LocumTenens.com, LLC; Maxwell (IA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

The trauma service at LocumTenens.com, LLC is seeking a board-certified trauma surgeon for an on-site locum assignment in Iowa. The role requires day and night shifts with night call, covering urgent trauma activations and surgical cases in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Assignment type includes Clinic and OR coverage with on-site presence during each coverage period. A valid MD degree with board certification and prescriptive authority is required, with call responsibilities included.

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-225966-MD-IA
• Title:MD
• Dates Needed:January - Ongoing
• Shift Type:Day Shift;Night Shift
• Assignment Type:Clinic;OR
• Call Required:Yes
• Board Certification Required:Yes
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This large regional hospital and trauma referral center serves patients from both urban and rural communities. The facility is known for managing complex and high‑acuity cases, offering advanced surgical, critical care, emergency, and specialty services within a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. Clinicians work alongside a diverse, cross‑specialty team to provide a wide range of inpatient and procedural interventions.

About the Facility Location

The area surrounding this facility offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of cultural and recreational attractions. Highlights include a nationally recognized farmers' market, a sculpture park, a zoo, a theme and water park, and a science center that draws more than 300,000 visitors annually. The region maintains a presence in minor league sports spanning baseball, football, hockey, and basketball, and hosts events such as the Principal Charity Classic and races at Iowa Speedway. The Iowa State Fair is an additional destination, featuring livestock shows, concerts, rides, and local food offerings.

About the Clinician's Workday

The trauma surgeon will provide coverage during day and night shifts, with night call responsibilities required as a component of this assignment. Clinicians must maintain on-site availability throughout each assigned coverage period to respond to trauma activations and surgical cases.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:TBD
• Support Staff:Full Staff
• Call Ratio/Schedule:Night call
• Location Type:On‑Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:Yes
• Government:No