Orthopedic Trauma and Adult Joint Reconstruction Surgeon

Join a team that shares your calling

At Multi Care, 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. This role offers a dynamic blend of high-volume orthopedic trauma and an opportunity to develop an elective adult joint reconstruction practice, for primary joint replacement and revision procedures. We are seeking a candidate with fellowship training in orthopedic trauma with experience and interest in adult joint reconstruction.

Arthroplasty fellowship training would be desirable but not required to be considered. Candidates will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment that includes physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and orthopedic resident trainees.

FTE: 1.0,
Shift: Variable,
Schedule: Variable

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.

• 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.

• 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 complex trauma surgery.

Multi Care Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic and robotic surgery, Tacoma General combines innovation with compassionate care. Home to the Multi Care Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s, our collaborative, mission-driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence.

Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone — outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it’s a city where you can live, work and play.

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

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