Locum Orthopedic Surgeon – General Orthopedics

**Job Opportunity: Locum Orthopedic Surgeon**

**Position Type:** Full-Time approximately 6-month engagement

**Schedule:** 8-hour shifts Monday Friday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (Lunch 12:00 PM 1:00 PM)

**Call Requirements:** Shared call rotation

**Location:** Primary site in Lancaster NH with 1-2 days per month in Colebrook NH

**EMR System:** Meditech Expanse

**Facility Type:** Critical Access Hospital

**Position Overview:** We are seeking an experienced Locum Orthopedic Surgeon to provide comprehensive orthopedic care within a supportive rural healthcare framework that boasts a well-established referral network and a collaborative multidisciplinary team approach.

The ideal candidate should be adept at managing a wide array of musculoskeletal conditions specifically those prevalent in an aging demographic.

**Clinical Focus:** The candidate must demonstrate proficiency in the evaluation and treatment of:

- **Joint Replacement Surgery:** Proficiency in hip knee and shoulder replacements is essential.

- **Hand Conditions:** Experience with common conditions such as trigger finger and carpal tunnel syndrome is preferred but not mandatory.

- **Spine and Back Pain Management:** Comfort in managing and consulting on these conditions is highly desirable.

**Workload Overview:** The role encompasses a balanced combination of surgical clinic and on-call duties:

- **Operating Room:** Scheduled procedures on Monday Wednesday and Thursday.

- **Outpatient Clinic:** Patient consultations on Tuesday and Friday.

- **Call Coverage:** Approximately 10 days of call per month.

**Essential Qualifications:** - Graduation from an accredited medical school with an MD or DO degree.

- Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited orthopedic surgery residency program.

- Ability to promptly secure a New Hampshire medical license.

- BLS certification from the American Heart Association is mandatory.

This role presents a valuable opportunity to contribute to a critical healthcare setting while addressing diverse orthopedic needs in the community.