Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon Locums in Arizona

We are seeking a Board-Certified, fellowship-trained Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon for an ongoing locum tenens opportunity supporting a Level III Trauma Center environment. This role is focused on high-acuity orthopedic trauma and emergency surgical care with a combination of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities.

This is a long-term, flexible assignment designed to support ongoing coverage needs with consistent monthly shift availability.

Clinical Responsibilities

• 24-hour orthopedic trauma call coverage (7a7a, out-of-house call)
• Management of all orthopedic trauma and emergency surgical cases
• Complex fracture care including pelvis and acetabulum
• Bread-and-butter hand trauma injuries
• Inpatient consults and operative trauma management
• Combined call and clinic responsibilities as needed

Schedule & Coverage

• 24-hour call shifts (7:00 AM 7:00 AM)
• Ongoing, flexible coverage need
• Approximately 27+ shifts per month based on availability

Required Qualifications

• Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery (required)
• Fellowship-trained in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery (required)
• Active Arizona Medical License (required or in process)
• DEA required
• Clean malpractice history required (strict requirement)
• Candidates must have clean credentialing files (no exceptions for malpractice history)

Credentialing

• Estimated timeframe: ~90 days
• Temp/emergency privileges may be available for candidates with clean files only

Palm Health Resources is a national healthcare staffing and recruitment firm specializing in locum tenens and permanent placement across multiple specialties. We partner with hospitals and health systems nationwide to provide high-quality physicians and advanced practice providers to meet critical staffing needs.