JOB OVERVIEW - Profession: Physician
- Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
- Job Type: Locum Tenens
- Location: Kearney, NE
- Service Setting: Inpatient/ED
- Coverage Type: Call Only
- Coverage Period: Aug 10, 2026 Dec 13, 2026
- Shift Schedule: 24-hour call (7a 7a)
- Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage
COVERAGE DATES - Aug 10, 2026 Aug 16, 2026 (7a 7a)
- Sep 21, 2026 Sep 27, 2026 (7a 7a)
- Oct 12, 2026 Oct 18, 2026 (7a 7a)
- Nov 16, 2026 Nov 22, 2026 (7a 7a)
- Dec 07, 2026 Dec 13, 2026 (7a 7a)
PATIENT INFORMATION - Average Daily Volume: 1-2
- Admissions: No (Hospitalists admit)
- Case Mix: Orthopedic surgery, fracture care
FACILITY INFORMATION - Trauma Level: Level II
- EMR System: EPIC
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE - Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
- Credentialing Timeline: 30-60 days
REQUIRED PROCEDURES General orthopedic care, fracture care
JOB REQUIREMENTS - Board: BC/BE in Orthopedic Surgery
- Licenses: Active NE license or Universal License (IMLC)
- DEA: Active DEA Certification
- Certifications: ATLS (preferred), Board Certification
Duties & Responsibilities - Provide orthopedic trauma call coverage for Level II Trauma Center
- Perform surgical cases as needed
- Manage fracture care and general orthopedic conditions
- Collaborate with ED and OR staff
- Respond to 24-hour call coverage
