Orthopedic Surgeon - Total Joint

About Us

Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is a clinician-led, self-governed and independent multi-specialty group practice, providing care to the more than 700,000 Kaiser Permanente patients in Washington state.

We work unencumbered by traditional health care obstacles and without silos; prioritizing people over profits, collaboration over ego, and driven by a singular goal: our patients' health.

At WPMG, we take care of the whole person, with a team to address the fundamental, social, and emotional needs that contribute to total health. We are clinicians motivated by the desire to make a purposeful difference in the communities we serve, and in how health care is delivered.

Summary

Kaiser Permanente - Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Total Joint trained Orthopedic Surgeon to join our Orthopedic Surgery team based in Tacoma, WA. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an integrated care delivery system that prioritizes evidence-based medicine, patient-centered care, and physician collaboration.

Position Highlights

• Join a team of ten orthopedic surgeons and nine physician associates.

Surgeons have sub-specialty training in joints, sports, foot/ankle, and hand/upper extremity.

• Focus on primary and revision total joint arthroplasty, specifically hips and knees.
• Supportive, collegial environment with opportunities for mentorship and collaboration.
• Kaiser focuses on a coordinated care model that fosters optimal patient outcomes, including an established total joints program of nurse navigators and physical rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree MD/DO Required
• BC/BE Orthopedic Surgeon
• Ability to obtain: Unrestricted Federal DEA
• Ability to obtain: WA State Medical License
• Experience in revision total joints and periprosthetic fractures

Compensation and Benefits

• alary Range: $626,599 to $737,175 (salary will be prorated based on FTE, new hire salaries will be based on factors such as education, training and experience.)
• Generous Employer Retirement Contributions: Upon eligibility, WPMG contributes a percent of your base salary to your 401(k), with optional employee contributions and immediate 100% vesting

• Cash Balance Pension Plan: Provides an additional opportunity for pre-tax retirement savings
• Shareholder Track Program: Defined pathway to WPMG shareholder status within a clinician-owned, clinician-led organization
• Comprehensive, Market-Leading Benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Annual Education Leave + Allowance
• Leadership Development opportunities
• Employer Paid Malpractice & Tail Coverage
• Professional Licensure & Fee Reimbursement

Community

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Nestled on Puget Sound with stunning views of Mt. Rainier, Tacoma offers the perfect blend of urban energy and natural beauty. The vibrant city of over 220,000 residents is known for its thriving arts scene, walkable downtown, and welcoming neighborhoods. With a mix of big-city amenities, affordable living, and proximity to outdoor adventures, Tacoma is an ideal place to live, work, and explore.

We are dedicated to building lifetime relationships with peers and patients throughout Washington State’s many vibrant and unique communities. Many know the Pacific Northwest as an attractive tourist destination with beautiful scenery, friendly people, and a host of cultural and recreational opportunities. These elements, among others, make Washington an excellent place to live.

Our Inclusive Workforce

Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is committed to an inclusive workforce culture.

WPMG has a focus on supporting all our physicians and professional staff in an inclusive environment, identifying community healthcare disparities, and providing education and tools in order to provide culturally responsive care in order to mitigate these disparities.

If you have an interest in joining our inclusive workforce culture, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to improve the health of our members and communities that we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.