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We are seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon Physician for a 20-day assignment in North Dakota, starting Nov 4, 2026. This role involves a schedule of clinic and call during the week, complemented by 24-hour weekend call from an out-of-house setting. The successful candidate will manage outpatient orthopedic evaluations, diagnose and treat musculoskeletal injuries, and handle surgical and non-surgical cases, including emergency department consultations and post-operative care. Responsibilities and Duties Provide outpatient orthopedic evaluation and management. Diagnose and treat musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. Perform surgical and non-surgical management of fractures, joint conditions, tendon injuries, and soft tissue disorders. Conduct Emergency Department orthopedic consultations and stabilization. Offer follow-up care and postoperative management. Manage adult orthopedic cases and general orthopedic surgery. Handle fracture care and trauma management. Perform joint aspiration and joint injections. Execute hand surgery and carpal tunnel release (open and endoscopic). Conduct knee and shoulder arthroscopy. Perform hip and knee joint procedures. Manage routine foot surgery. Perform tendon release and repair. Oversee fracture management. Conduct trauma evaluation. Manage soft tissue wound management. Perform hand surgery procedures. Execute arthroscopic procedures. Participate in clinic and call during the week. Provide 24-hour weekend call from an out-of-house setting.

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