Orthopedic Hospitalist Trauma Surgeon

Orthopedic Hospitalist Trauma Surgeon

Opening in Tacoma, Washington

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a full-time board certified Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to provide hospitalist coverage to practice at our award-winning St. Joseph Hospital in Tacoma, Washington. St. Joseph is a 385-bed Level II Trauma Center and serves as the flagship tertiary trauma care facility. 

This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity for a dedicated Orthopedic Hospitalist Trauma Surgeon to join our dynamic team. The position entails providing comprehensive 24-hour coverage for 14 days within a 28-day cycle, accumulating to an annual commitment of 26 weeks.

This full-time equivalent schedule is meticulously designed to ensure a balanced workload while guaranteeing consistent, high-quality patient care. The surgeon will be fully supported by a skilled, collaborative team, including two dedicated physician assistants who will work in tandem to optimize efficiency and extend the reach of care. This collaborative model fosters a supportive environment, allowing the surgeon to focus on complex cases and critical decision-making, while the physician assistants provide essential assistance with patient management, pre- and post-operative care, and routine follow-ups. The integrated approach of this position underscores our commitment to providing seamless and exemplary orthopedic trauma services.

Job Requirements

• Medical Degree
• Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)
• 5 years of experience after training with stable work history
• WA medical license (active/good standing) prior to start date
• DEA (active/no restrictions)
• Eligible for privileges at all Virginia Mason Franciscan Health locations

Compensation:

• Compensation: $800,000+ /year (this includes base salary, with additional productivity incentive and excess call coverage pay)

*The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimation in which CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

• We offer a comprehensive benefit package, which includes health, dental, vision, malpractice coverage, CME, personal time off, and 401 (k) retirement plan with employer match.

If you want to become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose, we encourage you to apply at: provider.commonspirit.careers

For additional information you may email: [email protected].