About this opportunity
BAS Healthcare lists this Orthopedics Physician opportunity in joplin, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Location:
Joplin, MO
Joplin, Missouri is a vibrant mid-sized city nestled in the heart of the Ozarks region, offering a welcoming community atmosphere with a low cost of living and easy access to outdoor recreation. Conveniently served by the Joplin Regional Airport, this growing city provides an excellent quality of life with a strong sense of community and Midwestern charm.
Facility:
This facility is a Level II Trauma Center serving approximately 40,000 adult emergency visits annually, offering a well-supported environment for orthopedic surgery. The department is staffed with an APP and MA who assist with triage, and a designated 7am OR block is available each day to support general and trauma ortho cases.
Opportunity:
Physician - Orthopaedic Surgery
Job Details:
Locum Tenens in-house call coverage - 1 weekend per month, Friday 7am to Monday 7am for Level II Orthopedic Trauma Call
Start date: 7/1/2026 - Ongoing
Level II Trauma Center with approximately 40,000 adult emergency visits per year
General and trauma orthopedic cases with approximately 8 hours of total patient-facing time per day
APP and MA on staff to assist with triage purposes
7am OR block available each day; no designated trauma ORs
Polytraumas and pelvic fractures are transferred out; higher level of care transfers go to Springfield with subspecialty ortho call coverage
Trauma fellowship preferred but Level II trauma experience is acceptable
Active Missouri medical license required (MO license only)
Board certification required (minimum: certified)
Estimated credentialing timeframe: 30 days
Required certifications: ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS, and PALS
Preferred specialty skills include: arthroscopy, total joint replacement (hip, knee, and other), joint revision or repair (shoulder, hip, knee, and other), hand surgery, tendon release/repair, peripheral nerve surgery, spinal surgery with and without instrumentation (cervical, thoracic, and lumbar), and percutaneous disc surgery
Nearest airport: Joplin Regional Airport
Lodging available at Homewood Suites
Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.
Worksite address
joplin, MO, 64801, US
Who can apply
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