ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON

U.S. Army 1st Medical Recruiting Battalion; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Repayment of qualified education loans

Accessions bonus eligibility

No-cost medical and dental care

30 days paid vacation

Commissary and post exchange privileges

Enrollment in retirement system

Specialized training in orthopedic medicine

Job summary

A national defense organization is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon to join their healthcare team, offering advanced surgical opportunities and the chance to support humanitarian missions. Candidates must hold a medical degree from an accredited institution and a current medical license. The role involves applying the latest techniques in orthopedic surgery while making a positive impact on the lives of soldiers. Benefits include education loan repayment, medical care, and specialized training.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree from an accredited medical school.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and between 21-42 years old.
• Eligibility for board certification and current medical license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced orthopedic surgical procedures.
• Participate in humanitarian missions and leadership training.
• Work collaboratively within the Army Medical Corps to improve orthopedic healthcare.

Education

Doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy degree

Current license to practice medicine in the U.S.

Eligibility for board certification

Completion of at least one year of internship

Completion of a training program in orthopedic surgery

Job description

PLAY A VITAL ROLE IN THE LIVES OF OUR NATION’S DEFENDERS

As an Orthopedic Surgeon on the U.S. Army health care team, you’ll 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, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of our Soldiers and the country at large. Additionally, you’ll 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:

• Repayment of qualified education loans to lending institution, paid annually over a maximum of 3 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 medicine

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 orthopedic surgery
• Between 21 and 42 years of age (waivers granted on a case‑by‑case basis)
• U.S. citizenship