Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Locums in Arizona

Company: Palm Careers LLC
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: June 16, 2026

Job Description:

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Locum Tenens OpportunityPosition Overview

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

About Palm Health Resources

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.

If you are interested in learning more, please apply or reach out for additional details regarding schedule and availability.

Keywords: Palm Careers LLC, Berkeley , Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Locums in Arizona, Healthcare , Sacramento, California

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