Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Florence, South Carolina

Job description

About the facility

This facility operates as part of a large health system providing comprehensive orthopedic surgery services. The hospital maintains modern surgical capabilities and established protocols to support specialized hand surgery procedures. The health system offers a collaborative environment with comprehensive support services for orthopedic patients requiring surgical intervention.

About the facility location

Florence provides visitors with diverse attractions including local distilleries, antique shopping, and brewing establishments, alongside outdoor recreational opportunities such as golf and kayaking. The area features several parks and venues for entertainment, with facilities like the Florence Museum and various dining establishments available for exploration. Visitors can access recreational activities through local farms and adventure services, making it suitable for multi-day visits to experience the range of available attractions.

About the clinician's workday

The clinician will provide comprehensive orthopedic hand surgery coverage including outpatient clinic and hospital responsibilities with no trauma call and no weekend coverage. The schedule includes Tuesday and Thursday clinic from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Monday, Wednesday and Friday in the OR from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM with potential add-on surgeries. The role involves rounding on 0-5 inpatients per day, performing 5-12 surgical cases per day, and managing 20-40 patients per day in clinic. Board certification in Orthopedic Hand Surgery is required for this position.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: tbd
• Location type: On-Site

Your dedicated recruiter

Leah McAbee

Call / Text: (678) 992-1384
Email: lmcabee@locumtenens.com

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