Multicare Health

Orthopedic Trauma and Adult Joint Reconstruction Surgeon

Multicare Health$500K+*
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Board certified/eligible physician at time of employment
  • Licensed in Washington state by time of employment
  • DEA, NPI, and prescriptive authority required
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Fellowship training in orthopedic trauma or significant experience in complex trauma surgery

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and diagnose musculoskeletal disorders and injuries
  • Perform surgical procedures like joint replacements and soft tissue reconstructions
  • Educate patients on treatment options
  • Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with regulations
  • Participate in on-call rotation with the surgical team

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development in trauma and joint reconstruction
Full Job Description
Join a high-performing, rapidly expanding orthopedic team at Tacoma General Hospital, a regional referral center for complex, high-acuity trauma cases across Washington state. This role offers a dynamic blend of high-volume orthopedic trauma and an opportunity to develop an elective adult joint reconstruction practice, for primary joint replacement and revision procedures. We are seeking a candidate with fellowship training in orthopedic trauma with experience and interest in adult joint reconstruction. Arthroplasty fellowship training would be desirable but not required to be considered. Candidates will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment that includes physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and orthopedic resident trainees. FTE: 1.0, Shift: Variable, Schedule: Variable Position Summary The Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon plays a critical role in the emergency and long-term care of patients with complex musculoskeletal injuries. They work as part of a multidisciplinary team-including Emergency Physicians, Trauma Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, and Rehabilitation Specialists-to provide rapid assessment, surgical intervention, and recovery planning for traumatic orthopedic injuries. The Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon specializes in managing severe fractures, joint dislocations, soft tissue injuries, and other musculoskeletal trauma resulting from accidents, falls, or high-impact events. They perform advanced procedures such as fracture fixation, limb reconstruction, and soft tissue repair while guiding post-surgical rehabilitation to restore function and mobility. Additionally, they collaborate with emergency and critical care teams to stabilize patients and develop individualized recovery strategies.Responsibilities  Evaluate and diagnose patients with musculoskeletal disorders and injuries  Perform surgical procedures, including joint replacements, fracture repairs, and soft tissue reconstructions  Educate patients about surgical and non-surgical treatment options  Maintain accurate patient records and adhere to hospital policies and industry regulations  On Call rotation with the provider group. Requirements  Board certified/eligible at time of employment  Licensed in the state of WA by the time of employment  DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority  Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association  Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship or substantial experience in complex trauma surgery. Pay and Benefit Expectations We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $809,000.00 - $838,133.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

About Multicare Health

MultiCare Health System is a not-for-profit health care organization that provides a range of medical services in the Pacific Northwest. The organization was founded in 1882 and is headquartered in Tacoma, Washington. MultiCare operates hospitals, clinics, and urgent care centers in Washington and Idaho. The organization employs over 20,000 people and serves more than 1 million patients each year. MultiCare is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care to the communities it serves.
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