Orthopedic Surgeon

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Orthopedic Surgeon - Federal Way, WA

St. Francis Hospital is part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, one of the largest health care systems in the Puget Sound area. Opened in 1987, St. Francis Hospital ( is licensed for 158 beds and provides care to the Puget Sound areas south of Seattle. Candidates should be collegial team players with good patient and customer service skills. Our medical group is committed to being the Puget Sound's first choice for healing body, mind and spirit. We are looking for physicians and professional providers who embody a passion for excellence to help us achieve our goal.

We are seeking a skilled Orthopedic Surgeon to join our well established, busy practice on the campus of St. Francis Hospital located between Seattle and Tacoma.

The team is currently comprised of two board certified orthopedic surgeons and two PA's who provide first assist and patient clinic care. Applicants should have an interest in total joint replacements including hips and knees. Schedule includes clinic, OR, and shared night/weekend call coverage. The current schedule is Monday - Friday 8am-5pm, with call duties of 1:4.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Performs pre-operative and post-operative care in clinics

• Performs comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations

• Interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests in clinics

• Formulates a treatment plan for orthopedic conditions

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as aspirations and injections of joints, bursars and cysts.

• Applies braces, casts, splints and other orthopedic appliances

• Conducts hospital rounds, writes orders, takes call and sees patients in the ED

Compensation Range: $712,582 - $927,947 /year. Starting Salary Guarantee followed by wRVU model.

• Guaranteed Starting Salary with a wRVU compensation model following the guarantee period.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package including health, dental, vision, malpractice coverage, CME allowance, time off, and a 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plan with employer match.

• Relocation Assistance and a Starting Bonus are available.

Job Requirements

• Medical Degree

• Board Certified/Eligible (ABOS)

• Total Joints Experience

• A valid and unrestricted Washington State medical license or license-eligible and DEA with no restrictions

• Ability to take night and/or weekend call

All Providers are asked to demonstrate and support our system's Values which include:

Compassion

• Care with listening, empathy and love.

• Accompany and comfort those in need of healing.

Inclusion

• Celebrate each person's gifts and voice.

• Respect the dignity of all.

Integrity

• Inspire trust through honesty.

• Demonstrate courage in the face of inequity.

Excellence

• Serve with fullest passion, creativity and stewardship.

• Exceed expectations of others and ourselves.

Collaboration

• Commit to the power of working together.

• Build and nurture meaningful relationships.

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you 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.

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Pay Range

$578,065 - $927,947 /year

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.