Orthopaedic Surgeon 600k SignOn Bonus

U.S. Navy; United States; On-site; USD 325,000 - 355,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$600,000 Accession Bonus

$59,000 Annual Specialty Incentive Pay

$8,000 Board Certification Pay

30 days PTO

12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave

Forever GI Bill

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking passionate Orthopedic Surgeons to serve as active-duty Medical Corps Officers. As a Navy Orthopedic Surgeon, you will provide essential care to service members, ensuring fitness for duty. This role offers exceptional annual compensation reaching up to $355,000, along with a lucrative accession bonus and various specialty incentive pays.

You will have the opportunity to practice in state-of-the-art facilities with no billing headaches, making a lasting impact on the lives of service members and their families.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Age between 21 and 64.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for musculoskeletal injuries.
• Diagnose and perform surgeries for orthopedic conditions.
• Offer non-surgical treatments and rehabilitation.

Skills

Orthopedic surgery

Patient care

Diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions

Education

MD or DO from an accredited institution

Completion of ACGME accredited residency

Board certified

Job description

We’re looking for passionate, service-driven Orthopedic Surgeons to join the U.S. Navy as active-duty Medical Corps Officers.

Total Annual Compensation: $325,000 to $355,000

This is more than just a job — it’s your chance to practice at the highest level while making a lasting difference in the lives of service members and their families.

Position Details

Role: Active-Duty FM Orthopedic Surgeon, Medical Corps Officer
Location: Nationwide (Full-time, in-person; not remote/telemedicine)
Specialty: Orthopedics

Key Responsibilities

As a Navy Orthopedic Surgeon, you’ll provide essential care for musculoskeletal injuries and disorders, ensuring service members remain fit for duty in both deployed and non-deployed settings. You will diagnose, treat, and perform surgeries for conditions such as fractures, joint injuries, ligament tears, and spinal issues. Additionally, you’ll offer non-surgical treatments, rehabilitation, and post-operative care to optimize recovery. Your expertise will support the health and readiness of service members, ensuring they maintain optimal physical performance in operational environments and Navy medical facilities — both at home and abroad.

What You Get

• $600,000 Accession Bonus
• $59,000 Annual Specialty Incentive Pay
• $8,000 Board Certification Pay
• CME Allowance
• Exceptional Benefits – 30 days PTO, retirement, and more
• 12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave (plus convalescent leave as needed)
• No Production Requirements – Practice medicine the right way
• Free or Subsidized Housing – On-base or housing allowance
• Forever GI Bill – 36 months of full tuition + housing + $1,000 books for you or your dependents
• State-of-the-Art Facilities and excellent support staff
• No Billing Headaches – Patient care is fully covered

Potential Practice Locations

Opportunities across the U.S., including California, Illinois, Washington, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, and more.

Minimum requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited institution (or ECFMG certified)
• Completion of an ACGME accredited residency (or in final year of residency)
• Board certified (or in final year of residency)
• U.S. Citizenship
• Between the ages of 21 and 64 (Title 10 U.S. Code section 531 and 532)