Orthopedic Surgeon - U.S. Navy

U.S. Navy; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 325,000 - 355,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accession bonus

Specialty incentive pay

Board certification pay

CME allowance

30 days PTO

Maternity leave (12 weeks)

On-base housing

Forever GI Bill

Job summary

The U.S. Navy invites applications for an Active-Duty FM Orthopedic Surgeon within the Medical Corps. Location: Nationwide, full-time, in-person (not remote). Specialty: Orthopedics. You will diagnose, treat, and perform surgeries for musculoskeletal injuries while ensuring readiness and high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include non-surgical treatments, rehabilitation, and post-operative care to support service members in varied environments, from home bases to deployed settings.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide musculoskeletal care, diagnose, treat, and perform surgeries.
• Maintain readiness of service members in deployed and non-deployed settings.
• Offer non-surgical treatments, rehabilitation, and post-operative care.
• Support health and readiness at Navy medical facilities, home and abroad.

Skills

Orthopedic surgery

Musculoskeletal care

Emergency care

Post-operative care

Education

MD or DO from an accredited institution

ACGME accredited residency

Board certified (or in final year)

U.S. Citizenship

Job description

Total Annual Compensation: $325,000 to $355,000This 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 OfficerLocation: 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)