Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

• Job Id: L-MD-72106
• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: St. Louis, MO
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Call Only
• Coverage Period: ASAP – Jun 30, 2027
• Shift Schedule: 24-hour call
• Minimum 2 shifts per month
• On-Call Shift Schedule: 24-hour call shifts (as scheduled)
• Call Type: Beeper
• Call Response Time: 30 min
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

Patient Information

• Patient Demographics: Pediatric patients (ED and inpatient)
• Rounding: Both
• Case Mix: Pediatric orthopedics

Facility Information

• EMR System: Epic
• Support Staff: PA/NPs: 3

Privileges & Compliance

• Hospital Privileges Required: No
• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes

Required Procedures

Required

Arthroscopy

Job Requirements

• Board: Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Licenses: MissourI license required or Universal License (IMLC)
• Certifications: BLS, ATLS, PALS

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour call coverage for pediatric emergency department and inpatient orthopedic patients.
• Manage orthopedic consultations and admissions as needed.
• Perform emergency orthopedic procedures and surgeries.
• Collaborate with attending physicians and support staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic EMR.