Orthopedic Surgeon – Trauma Call Coverage Level I Trauma | 24-Hour Call | Ongoing Need DELAWARE

Assignment Overview

• Coverage Needed: 6 × 24-hour call shifts per month

• Shift Time: 7:00 AM – 7:00 AM

• Start Date: ASAP

• Length of Need: Ongoing

• Reason for Coverage: Departure of Sports Medicine/Shoulder/Joint Surgeon

• Setting: Inpatient Call Coverage

• EMR: EPIC

• Trauma Level: Level I Trauma Center

Call Structure

• Weekdays & weekends included

• APC handles first call

• Surgeon goes in as needed

• Part of trauma call team

• Orthopedic hospitalist APC rounds daily and weekends

Practice Environment

• Group shares monthly call with 2 employed + 2 private physicians

• Current gap: 6 call days/month (plus vacation/illness coverage)

• Standard ED and trauma support available:

  • RN

  • RNFA

  • APC

Clinical Expectations

• Typical orthopedic trauma and general orthopedic surgical care

• Patient encounters: Variable per shift

• Hospital inpatient consults and operative management as indicated

Requirements

• Board Certified Orthopedic Surgery

• Active license required (no licensing candidates accepted)

• Vaccination: Annual Influenza vaccine (or mask compliance)

Contact / Submission Information

Please submit the following:

• CV

• Availability for monthly call coverage

• Active license status

• Case experience relevant to trauma coverage

Why WPA Medicine Staffing

Physician-owned and clinician-led — built by providers who understand the realities of clinical practice.

Clear expectations and transparent coverage models.

Efficient credentialing and onboarding support.

Dedicated recruiter partnership throughout the assignment.

Interested?

For details, scheduling, or next steps, contact:
Cheryl Weisenberg
Senior Clinical Recruiter

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This is a high-acuity Level I trauma call opportunity with strong APC support and manageable call expectations — ideal for surgeons comfortable with consult-driven operative coverage.