Licensure: Active Kentucky (KY) State License in hand (Required).
Updated 7/15/26
London, Kentucky, 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
Facility in London, KY seeking Ortho Surgery locums coverage
Rates: $2700/24 hours with 4 hour gratis, $375/hr after 4 hours
Opportunity Highlights
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Start Date: May 11, 2026 (Ongoing monthly coverage).
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Initial Block: May 11 (7:00 AM) – May 18 (7:00 AM).
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Schedule: 24-hour call coverage.
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Clinic Duties: Wednesdays.
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Setting: Hospital, Surgery Center, and Clinic.
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Support Staff: CMA in clinic; full OR staff at the hospitals.
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EMR: EPIC.
Clinical Scope & Volume
The surgeon will manage general orthopedic cases, including trauma-related fractures and injuries, across two regional hospitals.
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Average Daily Volume: 10–15 patients per day.
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Consults: 10–15 consults per day (Hospitalists handle primary admissions).
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Average Callback: Varies between 4–6 hours of patient contact.
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Required Procedures: General Orthopedic procedures, fracture management, and acute injury repair.
Provider Requirements
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Board Status: Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery (Required).
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Licensure: Active Kentucky (KY) State License in hand (Required).
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Certifications: BLS and DEA required for credentialing.
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Background: 100% Clean Background/Malpractice (Required for emergency privileges).
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Training: Completion of required Residency and/or Fellowship.
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Commitment: Must be available for the full stretch of initial dates.
Credentialing Information
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Timeframe: 30 days for standard privileges.
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Requirements: Copy of degrees, Photo ID, current KY license, and current DEA.
About WhiteCoat Locums:
- Physician owned and led agency
- Highest-Pay rates on the market
- $1m/3m malpractice insurance and tail
- 100% transparency
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