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Level II Trauma Center in San Jose, CA
We’re looking for a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to join a busy Level II Trauma Center in San Jose, CA on a locums basis. You’ll be part of a high-performing Orthopedic Trauma Program that manages roughly 600 orthopedic trauma cases a year, offering exposure to a diverse, high-acuity patient population. Compensation $4,500 per 24-hour shift What you’ll be doing Provide surgical care and interventions for orthopedic trauma patients Perform inpatient consultations, take part in rounding, and manage postoperative care Follow patients in outpatient orthopedic trauma clinics Collaborate closely with trauma surgery, emergency medicine, and other surgical teams Engage in quality improvement efforts and help develop the program Why this role stands out Level II Trauma Center with a high case volume (~600 orthopedic trauma cases/year) Mix of inpatient surgical care and outpatient follow-up in a multidisciplinary environment Opportunity to work with high-acuity cases and contribute to program development Minimum requirements MD or DO degree Completion of an Orthopedic Surgery residency Fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma (required) Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery Active California medical license or eligibility to obtain licensure Additional benefits for locums Generous above-market hourly rate for each 24-hour shift All travel arrangements handled and booked by the group, paid in addition to the per-shift rate Professional liability (med-mal) and tail coverage provided Dedicated locums consultant to assist with credentialing and scheduling If you’re comfortable working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary trauma setting and want a locums role with strong administrative support, this is a great opportunity to make an immediate impact. EOE
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