Locum Physician (MD / DO) - Surgery - Orthopedic in Mason City, IA

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Orthopedic Surgery MD in Mason City, Iowa, 50401!

About The Position

We are seeking a licensed Orthopedic Surgeon for a 30-day locum tenens assignment at a Multi-Specialty Clinic in Iowa. Starting July 1, 2025, this full-time role requires expertise in a wide range of orthopedic procedures, including total joint replacements, hand and foot surgeries, trauma care, and sports medicine. The surgeon will work Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm, with on-call responsibilities. Key duties include clinical consultations, surgical procedures, trauma / orthopedic call coverage, and supervision of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a comprehensive orthopedic practice using the Epic electronic health record system, with potential for extension beyond the initial 30 days.

Job Details : Location : Iowa

Facility Type : Multi-Specialty Clinic

Start Date : 07 / 01 / 2025

LOA : 30 days

Provider Type Needed : Orthopedic Surgeon

Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, with on-call duties

Responsibilities and Duties :

• Perform total hip, knee, and shoulder replacements
• Conduct hand, wrist, knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, and foot surgical procedures
• Manage trauma injuries and provide fracture care
• Offer sports medicine treatments and consultations
• Handle various orthopedic disorders and conditions
• Provide clinical consultations for new and follow-up patients
• Conduct post-operative check-ups and procedures
• Participate in trauma / orthopedic call coverage
• Supervise Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
• Utilize Epic electronic health record system for documentation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Ensure adherence to best practices in orthopedic care
• Adapt to varying appointment lengths (10-30 minutes) based on visit type
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
• Stay updated on the latest techniques in orthopedic surgery

Additional Information :

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Benefits :

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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About Wellhart, LLC

Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client / provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to :

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