Surgery - General Physician

Palm Health Resources • California, Sacramento, United States • Posted July 22, 2026

Location California, Sacramento
Job Type Permanent
Category Healthcare & Medical
Posted July 22, 2026
Orthopedic Trauma Surgery Locum Tenens OpportunityPosition Overview

We are seeking a Board-Certified, fellowship-trained Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon for an ongoing locum tenens opportunity supporting a Level III Trauma Center environment. This role is focused on high-acuity orthopedic trauma and emergency surgical care with a combination of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities.

This is a long-term, flexible assignment designed to support ongoing coverage needs with consistent monthly shift availability.

Clinical Responsibilities
  • 24-hour orthopedic trauma call coverage (7a7a, out-of-house call)
  • Management of all orthopedic trauma and emergency surgical cases
  • Complex fracture care including pelvis and acetabulum
  • Bread-and-butter hand trauma injuries
  • Inpatient consults and operative trauma management
  • Combined call and clinic responsibilities as needed
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