Location: Mason City, Iowa
Pay Rate: $145/hr
️ Malpractice: Comprehensive malpractice coverage provided
️ Travel & Lodging: Complimentary accommodations and travel
Job Description:
Bring your orthopedic expertise to a high-demand locum role in Mason City, IA , where a bustling surgical team needs a Physician Assistant (PA) in Orthopedic Surgery for upcoming coverage. This is your chance to work in a hub hospital serving over 200,000 people across 16 counties with a team that values collaboration and clinical excellence.
You'll be involved in OR procedures, trauma care, post-op rounding, and ED/inpatient consults . New grads are welcome, and you ll have access to full support staff including cast techs, nurses, and schedulers.
️ Schedule & Dates:
Start: August start still possible
Shift: Mon Fri (8a 5p)
Call: Weeknight + 24-hr weekend call
Coverage Dates:
Aug 8 18
Aug 29 Sept 10
Sept 19 Oct 1
Oct
Nov 1 10
Nov 24 Dec 1
Dec 12 Jan 1
️ Key Responsibilities:
Clinical, surgical, and trauma/orthopedic call
Rounding on post-op patients, consults, and OR assistance
No telehealth
Teaching opportunities (PA students, IM/FM residents)
Practice Highlights:
4 ortho surgeons + locum support
1 nurse/provider, 3 cast techs per 7 providers
Imaging, lab, and pharmacy onsite
2 exam rooms + 3 cast rooms per provider
EMR: GE Centricity (clinic), EPIC (hospital)
Procedures: Total joint replacements, fracture care, sports medicine, hand/wrist/foot/ankle surgeries
Requirements:
BC/BE
Clean malpractice history
Active IA license or IMLC LOQ
Updated CV and available coverage dates
Why This Role?
This is a well-supported, high-impact orthopedic locum role where your surgical and clinical skills are truly valued . With top-tier compensation , no overhead costs , and plenty of OR action , it's the perfect opportunity to gain experience, support a strong team, and explore beautiful North Iowa all while earning $145/hr.