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Physician / Surgery - Orthopedics / Kentucky / Locum Tenens / $2500 + 450/hr Orthopedic Surgery locums in Paducah, KY. Job

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Facility in Paducah, KY seeking Orthopedic surgery locums coverage

Rates: $2500 + $450/hr

Opportunity Highlights
Open Dates: April 3 (7:00 AM) – April 13 (7:00 AM) with potential for ongoing needs.
Schedule: 24-hour Emergency Call (7:00 AM – 7:00 AM).
Support: Managed within the EPIC EMR system.
Demographics: Comprehensive care for Pediatric, Adult, and Geriatric patients.

Clinical Responsibilities
The provider will be responsible for standard orthopedic surgical cases and trauma management.
Required Clinical Expertise:
Trauma: Fracture treatment, dislocations, amputations, and deformities.
Hip Procedures: Hip Nailing (Mandatory), hip replacement, and hip repair/revision.
Total Joint Care: Total joint replacement, revision, and repair of the Knee and Shoulder.
Arthroscopy: Proficiency in arthroscopic procedures is required.
Spine Surgery: Coverage includes Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar spine (with and without instrumentation).

Provider Requirements
Board Status: Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery (Required).
Licensure: Active Kentucky State License is required (IMLC is acceptable).
Compliance: Active DEA and BLS Certification.
Clinical Experience: General surgical and non-surgical orthopedic procedures, hip/knee replacements, and hip/knee repair or revision.
Background: Clean background is required for credentialing.
Submission Document: A Self-Query NPDB report dated within 30 days of presentation is mandatory.
Education: Orthopedic Fellowship training is preferred.

About WhiteCoat Locums:
- Physician owned and led agency
- Highest-Pay rates on the market
- $1m/3m malpractice insurance and tail
- 100% transparent


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Employer: WhiteCoat Locums
Post Date: Jun 03, 2026
Profession: Physician
Job Type: MD/DO
Specialty: Orthopedics,Surgery - Orthopedics
Location: Kentucky - Paducah
Job Reference: A65142
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