Orthopedics Locum job in Carlsbad, NM
Updated 2/16/26
Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States
Physician
Orthopedics
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
We are seeking a Board Eligible or Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon for an ongoing assignment in New Mexico. This role offers a highly structured rotation, sharing responsibilities with another locum provider to ensure a sustainable work-life balance.
Assignment Timeline & Onboarding
- Start Date: March 1, 2026
- End Date: Ongoing
- Credentialing: Express 30-Day Window
Schedule & Clinical Scope
- Rotation: 7 days on / 7 days off
- Typical Week: * 3 Days: Outpatient Clinic (20–25 patients per day)
- 2 Days: Operating Room (Based on procedural volume)
- Call Coverage: Required every other week (shared with one other locum provider).
- Call Intensity: Minimal call-back. Most patients are admitted to the Hospitalist service and evaluated by Ortho the following day.
Facility & Support
- Trauma Level: Level 3 Trauma Center
- Support Staff: Full Clinic staff and 24/7 Anesthesia coverage available.
- EMR: Medhost
Requirements
- Licensure: Active New Mexico (NM) Medical License.
- Certification: Board Eligible (BE) or Board Certified (BC) in Orthopedic Surgery.
- Mandatory Life Support: ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS, and PALS are all required.
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