A small, well-supported rural community hospital in Red Bluff, California is seeking an experienced Orthopedic Surgeon to provide 24/7 ED and inpatient orthopedic call coverage. This is a short-term, high-paying locum opportunity ideal for a provider who is actively practicing and comfortable with broad general orthopedic coverage in a Level III trauma setting.

Enjoy excellent compensation, predictable callback volume, and complimentary travel and lodging while serving a close-knit community.

Assignment Details

• Location: Red Bluff, CA

• Coverage Dates:February (ending morning of Feb 16) with ongoing needs as schedule is prepared

• Pay Rate:

  • $2,700 per 24-hour call

  • Additional Callback pay & Holiday pay

• Practice Setting: Community hospital

• Trauma Level: Level III

• Hospital Size: 72 licensed beds

• EMR: Cerner

• Support: Operating Room staff available

• FTE: 1
  

Scope of Practice

• 24/7 ED and inpatient orthopedic consultations

• Full general orthopedic coverage

• Higher-acuity cases transferred to a tertiary facility north of the hospital

Call & Callback Compensation

• 24-Hour Call: $2,700 (includes 4 gratis hours)

• Holiday 24-Hour Call: Higher premium rate available

• Callback Pay:

  • Paid per hour of patient contact after gratis hours

  • Holiday callbacks paid at a premium rate

Travel & Benefits

• Comprehensive malpractice coverage included

• Complimentary travel and lodging

Provider Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery

• Active California license

• Completion of ACGME or AOA-approved residency

• Clean malpractice

• Self-Query NPDB report dated within 30 days at time of presentation

• Availability for coverage

Why This Assignment?

Premium 24-hour call pay
Low average callback volume
Short, defined coverage window
Fully covered travel & malpractice
Ideal for experienced orthopedists seeking high-impact locums work