Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon
Join a team that shares your calling. At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. Join a high‑performing, rapidly expanding orthopedic team at Tacoma General Hospital, a regional referral center for complex, high‑acuity trauma cases across Washington state. Candidates will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment that includes physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and orthopedic resident trainees. FTE: 1.0; Shift: Day.
Questions? Contact Carla Voss at carla.voss@multicare.org
About the role
The Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon plays a critical role in the emergency and long-term care of patients with complex musculoskeletal injuries. They work as part of a multidisciplinary team—including Emergency Physicians, Trauma Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, and Rehabilitation Specialists—to provide rapid assessment, surgical intervention, and recovery planning for traumatic orthopedic injuries. The Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon specializes in managing severe fractures, joint dislocations, soft tissue injuries, and other musculoskeletal trauma resulting from accidents, falls, or high-impact events. They perform advanced procedures such as fracture fixation, limb reconstruction, and soft tissue repair while guiding post-surgical rehabilitation to restore function and mobility. Additionally, they collaborate with emergency and critical care teams to stabilize patients and develop individualized recovery strategies.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and diagnose patients with musculoskeletal disorders and injuries
- Perform surgical procedures, including joint replacements, fracture repairs, and soft tissue reconstructions
- Educate patients about surgical and non-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 Trauma Fellowship or substantial experience in