About this opportunity
WhiteCoat Locums lists this Orthopedics Physician opportunity in pueblo, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Orthopedic Surgeon
Assignment Details
Location: Pueblo, Colorado
Provider Type: Physician
Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery
Practice Setting: Hospital / Trauma Call
Coverage Type: 24-Hour Call
Trauma Level: Level III
FTE: 0.01
Reason for Coverage: Gaps in Coverage
EMR: Epic
Compensation:
Tier 1
24 Hour Call - $3270 per 24 hours
Call Back - $410/hr
Tier 2
24 Hour Call - $3510 per 24 hours
Call Back - $450/hr
Schedule
24-Hour Call
Shift: 7:00 AM-7:00 AM
Must Be Available to Respond Within 30 Minutes
Average Call Back: Approximately 1-4 Hours
Sporadic Ongoing Coverage Anticipated
Current Coverage Dates
November 26, 2026 at 7:00 AM-December 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM
December 24, 2026 at 7:00 AM-December 28, 2026 at 7:00 AM
December 30, 2026 at 7:00 AM-January 4, 2027 at 7:00 AM
Patient Population / Volume
Patient Population: Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics
Approximately 2-5 Admissions Per Day
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide General Orthopedic Surgery Call Coverage
Provide Orthopedic Trauma Coverage
Respond to Hospital and Trauma Consults
Evaluate and Manage Acute Orthopedic Conditions
Perform Procedures Consistent With the Scope of General Orthopedic Surgery
Provide Surgical Intervention as Clinically Indicated
Maintain 30-Minute Response Availability While On Call
Clinical Environment
Level III Trauma Center
No Dedicated Support Staff Listed
Requirements
Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery - Required
Active Colorado Medical License OR IMLC Letter of Qualification in Hand at Submission - Required
ACLS - Highly Preferred
BLS - Highly Preferred
DEA - Highly Preferred at Submission and Required for Credentialing
Transferable DEA May Be Considered and Must Remain in Place for the Duration of the Assignment
At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Orthopedic Surgery - Required
Must Be Available for at Least One of the Listed Coverage Stints
Must State Number of Shifts Available Per Month for Ongoing Coverage
Clean Malpractice and Background - Required
Self-Inquiry NPDB Report at Presentation - Preferred
Credentialing
Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 30 Days
Emergency Temporary Privileges Available
Pre-Application and Full Application Must Be Submitted Within 72 Hours of Receipt
Epic Modules and Virtual Training Must Be Completed Before the Assignment
Virtual Epic Training Must Be Completed at Least 1 Week Before the First Shift
Epic Submission Information
Number of Years of Epic Experience Required at Presentation
Last Date Epic Was Used Required at Presentation
Last Facility Where Epic Was Used Required at Presentation
Provider Time Zone Required for Virtual Epic Training Scheduling
Current Professional Photo Required for Badge
Best Phone Number Required for Call Coverage
Personal Email Address Required for Onsite Programs and Pre-Application
Who can apply
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