Orthopedic Surgeon

As an Orthopedic Surgeon on the U.S. Army health care team, youll have the opportunity to learn the most advanced procedures and techniques performed today. From groundbreaking bionic prosthetics to regenerative bone and tissue research, the U.S. Army Medical Department is pioneering work that is changing medicine and improving the success rate of orthopedic surgery. When you join the Army Medical Corps, youll be making a difference in the lives of our Soldiers and the country at large. Additionally, youll gain access to invaluable opportunities like supporting humanitarian missions, leadership training and competitive benefit packages. Join us and use your expertise to help expand the boundaries of orthopedic surgery alongside professionals who share your passion. Benefits may include: Active Duty (Full Time) Repayment of qualified education loans to lending institution, paid annually over a maximum of three years while serving Based on your area of concentration, you may be eligible for an accessions bonus, paid over a four-year period while serving No-cost or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family 30 days of paid vacation earned annually Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges Enrollment into the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System Specialized training to become a leader in Orthopedic Surgery Free Malpractice Insurance through the Federal Tort Law Requirements: Doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy degree from an accredited U.S. school of medicine or osteopathy; foreign graduates may apply with permanent certificate from the Educational Council of Foreign Medical Graduates Current license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico Eligibility for board certification Completion of at least one year of an approved graduate medical education internship Completion of a training program in preventive medicine Completion of an ACGME approved residency program in Orthopedic Surgery or certification by the American Board of Surgery Between 21 and 55 years of age (waivers granted on a case-by-case basis) U.S. citizenship