Travel Orthopedic Surgeon: Trauma & Joint Specialist

Barton Associates; California; On-site; USD 332,000 - 461,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong compensation

Travel expenses covered

Malpractice insurance

Dedicated recruiter for future travel

Job summary

Barton Associates in California is seeking a qualified Orthopedic Surgeon for an 80-day assignment starting December 7, 2026. The role handles trauma cases, hip fractures, upper extremities, and total joints, with clinic hours 8 AM to 5 PM and 24-hour call.

Responsibilities include providing orthopedic surgery services, managing trauma cases, performing total joint procedures, and covering 24-hour calls. Board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery and Epic EMR experience are required.

Qualifications

• Board-certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Experience handling trauma cases and total joint procedures.
• Comfortable with 24-hour call schedule and clinic duties.
• Proficient with Epic EMR.

Responsibilities

• Provide orthopedic surgery services, including trauma cases.
• Manage cases involving hip fractures and upper extremities.
• Perform total joint procedures.
• Handle 24-hour call responsibilities.

Skills

Trauma care

Orthopedic surgery

Clinical decision making

Education

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Our client in California is seeking a skilled Orthopedic Surgeon for an 80-day assignment. This role involves a clinic schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM, complemented by 24-hour call responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be adept at managing a diverse range of orthopedic trauma cases, including hip fractures, joint replacements, upper extremity trauma, and infected joints, providing comprehensive care to patients.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage a wide variety of orthopedic trauma cases, including hip fractures, upper extremity trauma, and infected joints.
• Perform total joint replacements.
• Provide comprehensive care for patients within a clinic setting and during on-call periods.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Orthopaedic Surgery
• Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
• EMR: Epic
• Work Setting: Clinic and Call
• Call Schedule: Out of House Call
• LOA: 80 days

Benefits

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