
Orthopedic Surgery | Physician
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Hazard, KY
- Job type
- Local
- Profession
- Physician
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Jul 7, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $147
- Weekly
- $5,880
- Yearly (full-time)
- $305,760
- Start date
- July 16, 2026
This job pays about $147/hour — 7% below the median for Physician jobs in Kentucky ($157/hour).
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Physician jobs in Kentucky right now
- 46 open Physician jobs in Kentucky from 5 agencies, 5 of them in Hazard.
- Pay in these listings: $77.38 – $177/hour, median $171/hour.
- Typical Physician pay in Kentucky: $157/hour ($327,392/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: GHR Healthcare ($171/hour across 8 jobs).
Job description
Locum Tenens Orthopedic Surgery Physician Job in Hazard, Kentucky
Locum tenens Orthopedic Surgery Physician opportunity in Hazard, KY 41701. Join a hospital-based orthopedic surgery team, provide high-quality patient care, and enjoy competitive pay in a welcoming Appalachian community.
Job Details
- Position: Locum Tenens Orthopedic Surgery Physician
- Location: Hazard, Kentucky 41701
- Healthcare Setting: Hospital-based orthopedic surgery department
- Schedule: Per diem coverage; schedule details not specified
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $5,880 - $6,960
- Patient Volume: Approximately 25 patient encounters per shift
- Start Date: July 16, 2026
- Duration: Short-term coverage with ongoing availability noted
- Credentialing: Emergency privileges available; full credentialing estimated in 30 days
- Required Certification: BLS
- Board Status: Board certified required; board eligible considered
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of Orthopedic Surgery experience preferred
- Board certified or board eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
- Active and unrestricted medical license eligible for practice in Kentucky
- Current BLS certification
- Strong procedural skills in orthopedic care and surgical patient management
- Experience with arthroscopy and total joint replacement procedures, including hip and knee
- Ability to manage a busy patient caseload in a fast-paced hospital environment
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with a wide range of orthopedic conditions
- Perform arthroscopy procedures as required
- Provide total joint replacement care, including hip and knee cases
- Deliver timely consultations and procedural support for orthopedic patients
- Work efficiently in a high-volume clinical setting
- Collaborate with the care team to support excellent patient outcomes
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold patient care standards
Apply now for this Orthopedic Surgery locum tenens job in Hazard, Kentucky and join a healthcare team committed to excellent patient care.
Benefits
GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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