Job Details

JB-TX-ORTH-112425-8910
Start Date 02/01/2026
Description

We are seeking a Board-Eligible (BE) Orthopedic Surgeon for an ongoing Locum Tenens position providing dedicated weekend call coverage in Texas.


?Assignment Details

  • Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
  • Start Date: February 1, 2026
  • End Date: Ongoing
  • Coverage Type: Call Only
  • Call Requirement: Call Only
  • EMR: Epic
  • Credentialing Timeline: 60–90 Days


Schedule & Commitment

  • Schedule: One full weekend per month of call coverage.
  • Shift Times: Friday at 7:00 AM through Monday at 7:00 AM (Continuous 72-hour block).


Scope of Work & Support

  • Volume: Low volume expected; the provider is only called in for emergency surgeries.
  • Support: Five Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) are available both day and night to assist first before the provider is called, if needed.


Requirements

  • Certification: BC (Board Certified) or truly Board Eligible (BE) is accepted.
  • Life Support: BLS, ACLS, and ATLS are required.
  • License: Active Texas (TX) License is mandatory.

Job Summary

Location Lubbock, Texas
Job Type Locum
Profession Physician
Board BC or BE
Coverage Type Call Only

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