Physician - Orthopedics Surgical Sports Medicine

MultiCare Health System; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 675,000 - 825,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

CME

Retirement plans

Malpractice tail coverage

Generous paid time off

Student loan repayment

Leadership training

Wellness program

Job summary

MultiCare Health System in Gig Harbor, WA seeks an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon to join a collaborative team dedicated to returning athletes to sport. You will work with physicians, therapists, trainers, and staff to optimize recovery and apply advanced surgical techniques.

The role emphasizes non-surgical management, rehabilitation, and performance optimization, with day shifts, a competitive package, and strong community ties.

Qualifications

• Board certified or eligible at time of employment.
• Licensed in the state of WA by start date.
• DEA/NPI and prescriptive authority required.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Orthopedic Sports Medicine fellowship completed.
• CAQ in Sports Medicine Surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose activity-related musculoskeletal disorders and injuries.
• Perform surgical procedures including ligament repair/reconstruction, tendon repair, cartilage restoration, and joint-preserving realignment when appropriate.
• Educate patients on non-surgical and surgical treatment options.
• Maintain accurate patient records and comply with policies and regulations.
• Participate in on-call rotation with the provider group.

Skills

Board certification/eligibility

WA license

DEA/NPI/prescriptive authority

BLS certification

Orthopedic Sports Medicine fellowship

CAQ in sports medicine surgery (pref)

Education

Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship

Job description

## Physician - Orthopedics Surgical Sports MedicineApply: Gig Harbor, Washington: Full time: Posted Today: JR85861**Join a team that shares your calling** At MultiCare, you’re more than a job title — you’re part of a collaborative team of physicians and advanced practice providers committed to patient-centered care. Here, your voice matters. You’ll have the support, resources and flexibility to practice at the top of your license, collaborate with experienced colleagues and make a meaningful impact. Build a long-term career in a system that grows with you, in a community that supports your life beyond work. FTE: 1.0 Shift: Day Schedule: M-F **What We Have to Offer*** **Competitive compensation**: Attractive salary with potential sign-on and relocation.* **Top-tier benefits**: Medical, dental, CME, retirement plans, and malpractice insurance (including tail).* **Generous time off**: Ample time to recharge and maintain work/life balance.* **Career growth**: Student loan repayment, leadership training, and advancement opportunities.* **Wellness support**: Access to mental health services and wellness coaching.* **Pacific Northwest lifestyle**: Enjoy stunning views and outdoor adventures in a vibrant community. Please contact Carla Voss with questions: [e-mail]#LI-CV1**Position Summary**The Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon is a key specialist in the care and treatment of athletes and physically active individuals, getting patient back to sport, and minimizing the risk of injury. They bring advanced expertise in musculoskeletal health, working closely with a multidisciplinary team—including Physicians, Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers, and Rehabilitation Specialists—to enhance recovery, optimize treatment, and implement proactive strategies for injury prevention. These surgeons specialize in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries, such as ligament tears, tendon injury, dislocations, joint instability, and cartilage damage. They perform cutting-edge procedures such as arthroscopic surgery, ligament reconstruction, cartilage restoration, tendon repair, and minimally invasive techniques, aimed at restoring function and mobility. In addition to surgical expertise, they play a pivotal role in rehabilitation strategies, non-surgical management, and sports performance optimization.Responsibilities• Evaluate and diagnose patients with activity related musculoskeletal disorders and injuries• Perform surgical procedures, including ligament repair and reconstruction, tendon repair, cartilage restoration, and sometimes osseous re-alignment for joint preservation vs. joint replacements.• Educate patients about non-surgical and surgical treatment options• Maintain accurate patient records and adhere to hospital policies and industry regulations• On Call rotation with the provider group.Requirements• Board certified/eligible at time of employment• Licensed in the state of WA by the time of employment• DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association• Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship• CAQ in Sports medicine surgery preferred**Why MultiCare?** **Rooted in the local community** Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. **Growth and education** Leadership development, mentorship and continued professional growth opportunities across a collaborative, integrated health system. **Well-being and support** Flexible scheduling, generous time off and MultiCare’s Physician & APP Well-Being Program support your well-being and help you maintain a healthy work-life balance. **Living our values** Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other. **Belonging for all** A culture where providers feel heard, respected and part of the team from day one, supported by Resource Groups and outreach programs. **Pacific Northwest lifestyle** Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. **Pay and Benefit Expectations**We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $750,000.00 - $750,000.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.