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.
