Orthopedics Physician

Location:
Tacoma, WA

Tacoma, Washington offers a vibrant Pacific Northwest lifestyle with stunning views of Mount Rainier and easy access to Puget Sound's outdoor recreation. The city combines a thriving arts and culture scene with proximity to Seattle, making it an exciting destination for both professional and personal pursuits.

Facility:
This is a well-established Level 2 trauma center located in the heart of Tacoma, providing comprehensive orthopaedic and trauma services to the greater Pacific Northwest region. The facility offers strong institutional support and is part of a respected regional healthcare network committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

Opportunity:
Physician - Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Trauma

Job Details:

• Locum Tenens opportunity providing orthopaedic surgery and trauma coverage on an ongoing basis
• Must hold an active Washington State medical license - no IMLC accepted
• Board certification required at minimum board certification eligible status
• Level 2 trauma facility requiring experienced orthopaedic trauma coverage
• Estimated credentialing timeframe of 120 days
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Arthroscopy experience preferred
• Total joint replacement experience preferred, including hip, knee, and other joints
• Joint revision or repair experience preferred, including shoulder, hip, knee, and other joints
• Hand surgery experience preferred
• Tendon release and repair experience preferred
• Peripheral nerve surgery experience preferred
• Spinal surgery experience preferred, both with and without instrumentation, including thoracic and lumbar
• Percutaneous disc surgery experience preferred
• Nearest airport is Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA-TAC)
• Lodging recommendations available through facility's preferred accommodations list

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.

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