Orthopedist Surgeon

CommonSpirit Health; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 578,000 - 928,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Lakewood, WA is seeking an experienced General Orthopedic Surgeon for a full-time position. The role includes both clinic and hospital patient care, requiring strong team collaboration and patient service skills. Candidates should have a medical degree, board certification in orthopedic surgery, and at least 2 years of post-training experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, alongside a guaranteed starting salary and wRVU compensation model.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Malpractice coverage

CME

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience after training.
• WA medical license (active/good standing) prior to start date.
• DEA (active/no restrictions).

Responsibilities

• Perform general orthopedic surgeries.
• Manage sports medicine cases.
• Conduct joint replacement surgeries.

Skills

Patient service skills

Team collaboration

Education

Medical Degree

Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced General Orthopedic Surgeon to join Franciscan Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Associates at St. Clare in Lakewood, WA. Our practice does a mix of general orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, and joint replacement surgeries. This is a full-time position with both clinic and hospital patient care.

Candidates should be collegial team players with good patient and customer service skills. Our medical group is committed to being the Puget Sound's first choice for healing body, mind and spirit. We are looking for physicians and professional providers who embody a passion for excellence to help us achieve our goal.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package, which includes health, dental, vision, malpractice coverage, CME, personal time off, and 401 (k) retirement plan with employer match.

Guaranteed starting salary, followed by wRVU model. Compensation range: $578,065 - $927,947 based on actual wRVUs per year.

Job Requirements

• Medical Degree
• Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)
• 2+ years experience after training
• WA medical license (active/good standing) prior to start date
• DEA (active/no restrictions)
• Eligible for privileges with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

Demonstrate and support our system's Values:

Compassion

• Care with listening, empathy and love.
• Accompany and comfort those in need of healing.

Inclusion

• Celebrate each person’s gifts and voice.
• Respect the dignity of all.

Integrity

• Inspire trust through honesty.
• Demonstrate courage in the face of inequity.

Excellence

• Serve with fullest passion, creativity and stewardship.
• Exceed expectations of others and ourselves.

Collaboration

• Commit to the power of working together.
• Build and nurture meaningful relationships.

Where You'll Work

St. Clare Hospital is a community based hospital with 106 licensed beds located 9 miles south of St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma. We are a level 4 trauma hospital with over 600 employees based at this location. A partial list of our service specialties include:

• Chronic pain management
• Diagnostic imaging and radiology services
• Emergency services
• Heart and vascular care
• Orthopedics
• Sleep Disorders Center

We are part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health which has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Pay Range

$277.92 - $446.13