Physician Location: Hazard, KY Hazard is a vibrant city nestled in the heart of the Kentucky Appalachian mountains, offering stunning natural scenery and a tight-knit community atmosphere. The area provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a region where quality healthcare professionals are highly valued. Facility: This regional medical center serves as a vital healthcare resource for the surrounding Appalachian community, offering a wide range of medical services including orthopaedic care. The facility features a 99-bed department with emergency privileges available and strong community support, making it an excellent environment for locum providers. Opportunity: Board Certified – Orthopaedic Surgery Job Details: • Provide comprehensive orthopaedic surgery services with 25 patient encounters per shift • Perform arthroscopic procedures as a core component of practice • Conduct total joint replacement surgeries including hip and knee replacements • Must hold an active Kentucky medical license or hold an IMLC license • Board certification required with BLS certification required • Emergency privileges available with full credentialing completed within 30 days • Level 4 trauma facility • Nearest airport is Lexington, KY with lodging options including Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn, and Airbnb • Start date July 16, 2026 with ongoing need Compensation: Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included. Physician Job Type Locums Tenens Specialty Orthopaedic Surgery State Location – Hazard, KY Description Location: Hazard, KY Hazard is a vibrant city nestled in the heart of the Kentucky Appalachian mountains, offering stunning natural scenery and a tight-knit community atmosphere. The area provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a region where quality healthcare professionals are highly valued. Facility: This regional medical center serves as a vital healthcare resource for the surrounding Appalachian community, offering a wide range of medical services including orthopaedic care. The facility features a 99-bed department with emergency privileges available and strong community support, making it an excellent environment for locum providers. Opportunity: Board Certified – Orthopaedic Surgery Job Details: • Provide comprehensive orthopaedic surgery services with 25 patient encounters per shift • Perform arthroscopic procedures as a core component of practice • Conduct total joint replacement surgeries including hip and knee replacements • Must hold an active Kentucky medical license or hold an IMLC license • Board certification required with BLS certification required • Emergency privileges available with full credentialing completed within 30 days • Level 4 trauma facility • Nearest airport is Lexington, KY with lodging options including Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn, and Airbnb • Start date July 16, 2026 with ongoing need Compensation: Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included. Job ID 63451323 Contact Information 2026-07-31 21:37:40 203-425-1310 [email protected]