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Orthopedic Surgeon - (Ortho Surg) Locum Tenens
Dallas, Texas, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Surgery-General
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time Locums/Travel Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Academic/Training Program Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Springfield, Missouri, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 7/01/14
Job Description & Requirements
Orthopedic Surgeon - (Ortho Surg) Locum Tenens
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 24 Hour/Day

Staff Care has a client in Missouri that needs an Orthopaedic Surgeon that has completed a Hand Surgery fellowship to help with interim coverage on an on-going basis. Please contact Staff Care at [Register to View] if you or a physician that you know would have any interest in helping.

An orthopedic surgeon (locum tenens) treats muscle and skeletal problems such as those that accompany diseases like arthritis or with injury or trauma. Orthopedic surgeons who specialize in foot and ankle procedures have completed fellowships of focused training in these physiological areas. When a patient requires a complex surgery in the foot or ankle, general orthopedic physicians will refer them to foot/ankle specialists.

Preferred Qualifications
- Board Certified or Truly Board Eligible
- Active or interest in obtaining a Missouri(MO) state license
- Successful completion of a Hand Surgery fellowship

Facility Location
As the third largest state in Missouri, Springfield is jam packed with recreational possibilities. Springfield is the home of several notable sporting events, including a PGA sponsored golf tournament and the Division I athletics of Missouri State University. Springfield's downtown area is undergoing a resurgence at the moment, with buildings being renovated and new businesses emerging. Boutiques, eateries, bars and music venues line the streets of downtown with new establishments perpetually opening their doors. Fans of the performing arts will want to check out the Gillioz and Landers theaters for drama and music. Springfield has a deep country music scene with roots extending back to the 1950s. Fans of historical architecture will love Springfield, as the city boasts 13 buildings that are on the National Register of Historic Places.

Job Benefits
Staff Care typically arranges medical or dental malpractice insurance for contractor physicians and other specialists with whom we match to client opportunities. In addition, Staff Care locum tenens positions regularly receive highly competitive pay and a dedicated team to handle all travel, lodging, rental, and transportation needs.

About the Company
Staff Care, an AMN Healthcare company, is the nation's leader in locum tenens staffing. We provide flexible, temporary employment options for physicians, clinicians, and other allied health professionals in all specialties with a variety of healthcare organizations, typically with interim contracts lasting from one week to one year. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.

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