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Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Remote OK

Orthopedic Physician — Medical Reviewer

Orthopedic SurgeryPart-Time

Listed compensation

$360k-$440k

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Job Description

Orthopedic Physician — Medical Affairs

Comagine Health | Washington State Licensure Required

0.50 FTE, with potential to increase to 1.0 FTE

Bring your orthopedic expertise to work that improves health care.

Comagine Health is seeking a board-certified orthopedic physician licensed in Washington State to join our Medical Affairs team. Apply your clinical expertise to evidence-based medical review, support sound care decisions, and contribute to a mission-driven organization.

This position begins at 0.50 FTE, with potential to increase to 1.0 FTE. Benefits apply at.50 FTE.

About Comagine Health

Comagine Health is a national nonprofit organization with more than 50 years of experience in health care quality consulting and quality improvement. We work with providers, government agencies, and community partners to improve health and create a better health care system so that people and communities can flourish.

Our Medical Affairs division includes 30 physicians and dentists, supported by a network of more than 35 physician consultants. Together, we provide medical review, quality oversight, and clinical consultation for government and private sector benefit programs.

What You’LL Do

  • Apply independent clinical judgment and evidence-based medicine to deliver timely peer review decisions.
  • Evaluate orthopedic conditions, procedures, and treatments.
  • Communicate with attending physicians regarding potential decertification and related clinical matters.
  • Provide orthopedic subject matter expertise to clinical reviewers, case managers, and consultants.
  • Produce clear, thorough documentation that supports the quality and defensibility of clinical decisions.
  • Help advance evidence-based review criteria that support appropriate, timely care.

What You’LL Bring

  • An active, current, unrestricted M.D. or D.O. license in Washington State.
  • Board certification through an American Board of Medical Specialties member board.
  • Orthopedic specialty expertise.
  • Demonstrated ability to formulate independent clinical opinions.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Comagine Health?

Join a collaborative team where your expertise can influence care quality beyond individual patient encounters. This opportunity offers a meaningful way to contribute to clinical review and health care improvement.

Comagine Health’s benefits offerings for eligible employees include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off for vacation, illness, and volunteering.
  • A retirement savings plan with an employer contribution.
  • Adoption financial assistance.
  • Paid parental leave.

Benefits eligibility and availability depend on scheduled hours and applicable plan terms. Specific offerings will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will apply independent clinical judgment and evidence-based medicine to perform peer reviews and evaluate orthopedic treatments. They will also provide subject matter expertise to clinical teams and ensure the quality and defensibility of clinical decisions.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted M.D. or D.O. license in Washington State and possess board certification from an ABMS member board. Expertise in orthopedics and strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
10+ years of experience

Key Skills

Orthopedic surgery

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

Nationally, Orthopedic Surgery professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $510k, with the typical range spanning $380k to $700k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Orthopedic Surgery by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score4.5 / 10 · above average in orthopedic surgeryranked against 364 Orthopedic Surgery listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$360k–$440kOrthopedic Surgery median $311k (middle half $140k–$311k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS physician listings (all specialties): 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Orthopedic Surgery hiring demand#16 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 40 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 137 postings, 89 closed
New Orthopedic Surgery listings342 in the last 30 days209 the 30 days before (+64%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (364 Orthopedic Surgery listings), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

10 jobs · 5 employers
CME allowance
90%
401k / retirement match
90% this job
Sign-on bonus
20%
Relocation assistance
10%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 4.5
Better work-life than 70% of Orthopedic Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 364 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off for vacation, illness, and volunteering
Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
Adoption financial assistance
Paid parental leave