Locums Orthopedic Surgery Coverage Needed in New Mexico

Job description

Location:
Carlsbad, NM

Carlsbad offers a unique blend of Southwestern charm and outdoor adventure, with the famous Carlsbad Caverns National Park nearby. The city provides a relaxed lifestyle with year-round sunshine, beautiful landscapes, and a welcoming community atmosphere.

Facility:
This medical center is a Level 3 Trauma facility serving the Pecos Valley region with comprehensive orthopedic services. The facility features a well-equipped department with full clinic staff and available anesthesia support, ensuring quality patient care in a collaborative environment.

Opportunity:
Locums Orthopedic Surgery coverage

Job Details:
• Schedule includes 3 days in clinic and 2 OR days based on needed procedural volume
• FT Ortho Provider works 7 on/7 off schedule
• Most patients will be admitted to hospitalist and covered the next day
• Full clinic staff and anesthesia support available
• Must be licensed in New Mexico
• Preferred skills include arthroscopy, total joint replacement (hip, knee, other), joint revision/repair, hand procedures, tendon release/repair, peripheral nerve surgery, and spinal procedures with and without instrumentation
• Position starts March 1, 2026 and is ongoing

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.