
Orthopedics - Spine Physician
RecruitWell, Charlotte, NC, United States
Duration: Full Time
Locum Tenens Opportunity - Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina (Clinic located in Upstate South Carolina)Referral Bonus: Ask about our generous referral fees!
Position Details- Clinical Role: Physician (Orthopedic Spine Surgeon)
- Specialty: Orthopedics - Neuro/Spine
- Facility Type: Outpatient Clinic / Private Practice
- Start Date: ASAP (Target: May 1, 2026)
- Contract Length: Ongoing
- Schedule: 1 day per month to start (very flexible)
- Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Coverage Needs: 4 shifts per month
- Board Certification: Orthopedic Surgery
- Fellowship: Spine Fellowship REQUIRED (no exceptions)
- Licensure:
- South Carolina (required)
- North Carolina (preferred)
- DEA: South Carolina
- Focus:
- 99% non-surgical spine cases
- Evaluate and work up patients for potential surgery (no surgery performed)
- Procedures (Optional):
- Epidural injections
- Facet injections
- Cortisone injections
- Additional Skills:
- Spine evaluations
- Joint injections
- Basic orthopedic workups
- Fracture care experience helpful
- Case Types:
- Whiplash and similar spine-related conditions
- Important Practice Notes:
- No narcotics prescribed (no Schedule II medications)
- Limited imaging delays (PACS system; outside images common)
- No in-office fluoroscopy; C-arm available
- Setting: Outpatient Clinic
- Patient Volume: 25-30 patients/day
- Patient Population: Primarily adults (minimal pediatrics)
- Support Staff: PAs, NPs, Physiatrist, Pain Anesthesiologist, RN
- Specialty Team:
- Sports Medicine Physician (shoulder cases)
- Foot & Ankle Specialist
- A+ rated malpractice
- Weekly direct deposit
- 24/7 dedicated recruiter support
- Professional onboarding and credentialing
- Prepaid travel and lodging
- Open communication
- Sense of urgency
- Teamwork
- Accountability
- Driven to win
- Higher consciousness