Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Surgery - Orthopedic in Aurora, IL

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LocumJobsOnline is looking for Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Surgery - Orthopedic in Aurora, IL in Chicago, IL. This local job opportunity with ID 3657799895 is live since 2026-05-01 10:58:58.

<p><strong>Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Orthopedic</strong> </br> <strong>Location:</strong> Aurora, IL </br> <strong>Employer:</strong> Adelphi Locums </br> <strong>Pay:</strong> Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) </br> <strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP </br></p> <h4 >About the Position</h4> <p>LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Orthopedic Surgery MD in Aurora, Illinois, 60502!<br><br><span><b><span ><span >JOB OVERVIEW</span></span></b><span ><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Job Title: Orthopedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Job Type: Locum Tenens</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Location: Aurora, IL</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Service Setting: Hospital</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Coverage Period: July 2026 – 6 months</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Clinical Shift Schedule:</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span > - 2 clinic days (8a – 5p)</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span > - 2 OR days (7:30a start)</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• On-Call Shift Schedule: Weeknight and weekend call (Fri 5p – Mon 7a; shared rotation)</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Call Type: Beeper</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Call Ratio: 1:7 weekends; shared with 6 surgeons for weeknights</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Call Response Time: TBD</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span ><br /></span></span><b><span ><span >PATIENT INFORMATION</span></span></b><span ><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Patient Demographics: Adults</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Patient Volume/Census: 25–30 patients per day (clinic)</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Admissions: Yes</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Rounding: Required within 24 hours of admission</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Phone Consults: Yes</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Case Mix: ACL, MCL, PCL, meniscus, multi-ligament injuries, hip arthroscopy</span><span ><br /></span></span><b><span ><span ><br /></span></span></b><b><span ><span >FACILITY INFORMATION</span></span></b><span ><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• No. of Beds in Department: TBD</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Trauma Level: Level II</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• EMR System: Epic</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Office Equipment Available: TBD</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Specialty Backup Available: Orthopedic team</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Support Staff Available: APPs (PA/NP), surgical team</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Reason for Coverage: Vacancy in Sports Medicine program</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span ><br /></span></span><b><span ><span >PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE</span></span></b><span ><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 3 months</span><span ><br /></span></span><b><span ><span ><br /></span></span></b><b><span ><span >COMPENSATION & BENEFITS</span></span></b><span ><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Rate: TBD</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span ><br /></span></span><b><span ><span >REQUIRED PROCEDURES</span></span></b><span ><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• ACL, MCL, PCL reconstruction</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Meniscus procedures</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Multi-ligament knee procedures</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Hip arthroscopy</span><span ><br /></span></span><b><span ><span ><br /></span></span></b><b><span ><span >JOB REQUIREMENTS</span></span></b><span ><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Licenses: Active IL license or IMLC required</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Board: Board Certified/Board Eligible Orthopedic Surgery</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• DEA: Required</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Certifications: Sports Medicine Fellowship required</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Experience: Must have multi-ligament and hip arthroscopy experience</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Other Qualifications: Strong sports medicine surgical background</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span ><br /></span></span><b><span ><span >DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES</span></span></b><span ><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Provide clinic and surgical coverage in orthopedic sports medicine</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Perform complex sports medicine procedures</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Manage patient care, follow-ups, and surgical planning</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Participate in call rotation and respond to ER consults</span><span ><br /></span></span><span ><span >• Collaborate with orthopedic team and APPs</span><span ><br /></span></span><br /></span><br /></p><p> <b>Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment</b><ol><li>Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and specialists across various healthcare settings, gaining insights and perspectives that enrich your professional practice.</li><li>Experience diverse medical settings, patient demographics, and clinical challenges, enriching your professional expertise.</li><li>Extend your career or transition into semi-retirement by taking on locum roles, supplementing your retirement income while staying engaged in clinical practice.</li><li>Increase your earnings by taking on additional shifts or assignments, boosting your financial stability and opportunities.</li><li>Navigate career transitions or specialty changes with greater ease by gaining exposure to different practice settings and patient populations through locum work.</li></ol></p> <p>1728468EXPTEMP</p>PandoLogic. Category:Healthcare, Keywords:Orthopedist, Location:Chicago, IL-60608

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