Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon – Locum Tenens (Ortho Trauma Surgeon, Locums)
Location: South Dakota, SD
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Job Description Apply Now
The role of Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon – Locum Tenens offers an exceptional opportunity for board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons to provide advanced trauma care in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment. As an Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon (often searched as Ortho Trauma Surgeon or Locums Orthopedic Surgeon), you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver expert surgical and clinical management of complex trauma cases. This position is structured as a locum tenens (contract) engagement, ideal for surgeons seeking flexible scheduling and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a Level II Trauma Center setting.
Orthopedic Trauma Surgeons working in this locum tenens capacity are tasked with the comprehensive management of orthopedic emergencies, particularly those involving complex fractures and high-energy trauma. The environment is supportive, with access to advanced practice providers around the clock, contributing to optimal patient outcomes and a collaborative workplace culture. Your expertise in both surgical and non-surgical trauma care will be invaluable to the medical team, ensuring the timely treatment of patients and the maintenance of clinical excellence.
This locum tenens opportunity offers long-term, ongoing coverage needs, allowing for a dynamic work-life balance. With 24-hour in-house call shifts and flexible monthly scheduling, you will have the ability to tailor your availability while fulfilling critical staffing requirements at the trauma center. The position focuses on the surgical treatment of complex fractures, including specialized care for pelvic and acetabular injuries, and also covers bread-and-butter hand trauma cases. In addition to operative management, the role includes inpatient consults, trauma management, and a combination of call and clinic responsibilities as required by the department.
Working as an Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon in this locums arrangement provides a unique professional development opportunity. You will be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality trauma care, with institutional support for credentialing and onboarding. The credentialing process is streamlined, typically requiring 60 to 90 days, ensuring a smooth transition into the clinical environment. Candidates should be prepared to maintain a clean malpractice record and meet all credentialing requirements for temporary or emergency privileges.
Palm Health Resources, the recruiting organization, is a respected national healthcare staffing firm specializing in both locum tenens and permanent placements. They partner with healthcare systems and hospitals across the United States to ensure that highly qualified physicians and advanced practice providers are available to meet urgent staffing needs. Their mission is to support healthcare organizations by delivering exceptional clinical talent, thereby enhancing patient care and operational efficiency.
If you are a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in trauma surgery and an interest in locum tenens work, this is an outstanding opportunity to utilize your skills in a rewarding, flexible setting. Applicants are encouraged to apply directly through the application button to receive more information regarding scheduling, compensation, and the specific benefits of this contract role. By joining this team, you will play a vital role in supporting critical trauma care services and improving patient outcomes in a collaborative environment.
Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon – Locum Tenens Summary- Contract opportunity for board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic trauma surgeons
- Provide comprehensive trauma care in a Level II Trauma Center
- Flexible, ongoing monthly scheduling to match your availability
- Collaborate with advanced practice providers and multidisciplinary teams
- Streamlined credentialing with support from a national healthcare staffing leader
- Deliver 24-hour in-house orthopedic trauma call coverage
- Manage emergency and inpatient orthopedic trauma cases
- Perform surgical treatment of complex fractures, including pelvis and acetabulum
- Provide bread-and-butter hand trauma coverage as needed
- Conduct inpatient consults and operative trauma management
- Balance call coverage with clinic responsibilities
- Work closely with advanced practice staff and other healthcare professionals
- Competitive locum tenens compensation (details provided upon application)
- Flexible monthly scheduling tailored to provider availability
- Comprehensive malpractice coverage
- Support from a reputable healthcare staffing agency
- Opportunities for ongoing, long-term assignments
- Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery (required)
- Fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery (required)
- Active state medical license or willingness to obtain
- DEA and CSR as required by assignment
- Clean malpractice history (no exceptions)
- Ability to maintain clean credentialing files for temp/emergency privileges
- Experienced in high-acuity, fast-paced trauma environments
- Comfortable with 24-hour call shifts and flexible scheduling
- Demonstrates excellent clinical judgment and communication skills
- Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Adaptable to varying caseloads and clinical demands
- Credentialing process typically completed within 60–90 days
- Ongoing need for coverage ensures consistent opportunities
- Application process is straightforward with dedicated support staff
- Enjoy the professional variety and flexibility unique to locum tenens positions
- Apply now using the job application button to learn more about this rewarding opportunity
Palm Health Resources is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.