Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs
Orthopedic Surgeons are specialized physicians that diagnose, treat, rehabilitate, and prevent diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves. Their expertise is vital in the physician industry, as they perform surgeries to address trauma, tumors, injuries, infections, and other conditions requiring surgical intervention. They also provide nonsurgical treatments like medication or physical therapy. Orthopedic Surgeons can further specialize in areas like sports medicine, pediatric orthopedics, or orthopedic oncology.
Important skills for Orthopedic Surgeons include excellent hand-eye coordination, physical stamina, decision-making abilities, and interpersonal skills. They must be board-certified in orthopedic surgery, which requires completion of medical school, a five-year residency in orthopedic surgery, and passing a comprehensive exam. Some surgeons may also complete additional training in a subspecialty area. Prior to becoming an Orthopedic Surgeon, a person may start as a medical student, then advance to a surgical resident, and finally to an orthopedic surgery fellow.
Orthopedic Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient and OR in North Carolina
- LocumTenens
- NC
- 2 days ago
- LocumTenens
- NC
- 2 days ago
The practice setting supports general orthopedic surgery cases requiring 24-hour call coverage. The facility utilizes MediTech as its electronic medical records system....
In Person Contract
Orthopedic Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Clinic, OR, and ER in Iowa
- LocumTenens
- IA
- 2 days ago
- LocumTenens
- IA
- 2 days ago
The hospital requires locum tenens orthopedic surgeons with the capability to perform total joint replacements and a range of upper and lower extremity procedures....
In Person Contract
Orthopedic Surgeon Needed for Locum Coverage at Hospital in Dickinson, North Dakota
- LocumTenens
- Dickinson, ND
- 2 days ago
- LocumTenens
- Dickinson, ND
- 2 days ago
About the Clinician's Workday The orthopedic surgeon will provide 24-hour call coverage for operating room and emergency department cases at this critical access facility....
In Person Contract
Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Florence, South Carolina
- LocumTenens
- Florence, SC
- 2 days ago
- LocumTenens
- Florence, SC
- 2 days ago
About the Clinician's Workday The clinician will provide comprehensive orthopedic hand surgery coverage including outpatient clinic and hospital responsibilities with no trauma call and no weekend coverage...
In Person ContractOur talented team also includes 6 Pain Management Physicians, 2 PAs and 1 NP....
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Orthopedic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Coverage at Facility in NY
- LocumTenens
- NY
- 6 days ago
- LocumTenens
- NY
- 6 days ago
About the Clinician's Workday The orthopedic surgery physician associate will work three 12-hour shifts covering both day and night shifts from 7a-7p and 7p-7a....
In Person Contract
Orthopedic Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Poplar Bluff, Missouri
- LocumTenens
- Poplar Bluff, MO
- 8 days ago
- LocumTenens
- Poplar Bluff, MO
- 8 days ago
surgeon for locum tenens coverage....
In Person Contract
Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon - IMMEDIATE HIRE
- Celebration Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Institute
- Kissimmee, FL
- 9 days ago
- Celebration Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Institute
- Kissimmee, FL
- 9 days ago
Position Summary: Celebration Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Institute is seeking a highly skilled and board-certified Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to join our Level II Trauma Center....
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Orthopedic Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Pennsylvania
- LocumTenens
- PA
- 14 days ago
- LocumTenens
- PA
- 14 days ago
Board certification in orthopedic surgery and Pennsylvania licensure are mandatory requirements for this position....
In Person Contract
Orthopedic Surgeon Needed for Locum Coverage at Facility in Hazard, Kentucky
- LocumTenens
- Hazard, KY
- 14 days ago
- LocumTenens
- Hazard, KY
- 14 days ago
About the Clinician's Workday The orthopedic surgeon will provide comprehensive 24-hour call coverage managing inpatient and emergency department consultations at this Level 4 trauma center....
In Person ContractTotal Joint Orthopedic Surgeon - In Sunny Western Colorado
- Community Hospital
- Grand Junction, CO
- 1 hour ago
- Grand Junction, CO
- 1 hour ago
Western Orthopedics and Sports Medicine is an accredited Joint Commission Orthopedic Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement Surgery for hip, knee, and shoulder....
In PersonPhysician - General Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Wvumedicine
- University, VA
- 7 hours ago
- University, VA
- 7 hours ago
Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the area of orthopaedic surgery....
In PersonKPG Healthcare is currently seeking Orthopedic Surgeons to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....
In PersonThis Orthopedic Surgeon will be joining a well-respected team of 6 Orthopedic Surgeons and 7 Advanced Practice Providers....
In PersonPediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon for UPMC Children's Hospital in
- UPMC Southwestern PA
- Pittsburgh, PA
- 13 hours ago
- Pittsburgh, PA
- 13 hours ago
Expertise in pediatric orthopaedic surgery, with a commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care to young patients....
In Person Full TimeOrthopedic Surgeon Online Courses and Training Opportunities
Salary for Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs Nationwide
$365,060
Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Orthopedic Surgeon positions.
Highest Education Level
Orthopedic Surgeons offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Orthopedic Surgeon position
- Hospitalist
- Internal Medicine
- Family Medicine
- Primary Care
- Family Practice
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Outpatient
- Podiatry
- Urgent Care
- Gynecology
- Endocrinology
- Chiropractic
- General Surgery
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Sports Medicine
- Emergency Medicine
- Surgery
- Pain Management
- Neurology
- Pediatrics
- Telemedicine
- Orthopedic
- Geriatrics
- Women's Health
- Cardiology
- Wound Care
- Critical Care
- Oncology
- Electronic Medical Records
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Teaching
- Research Skills
- Scheduling
- Staff Supervision
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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